Welcome to the Government, International Affairs, Law, and Public Policy career advising page! Wellesley's rigorous liberal arts curriculum prepares students and graduates to make a difference in the world, equipped with a skill set that is especially relevant in these industries. Careers in these areas require that individuals understand historical context, exhibit critical thinking, and display passion for service — whether it be in an NGO, a think tank, government agency, or the private sector. These industries are often intertwined. For example, a student exploring a career in law may contemplate a career in international development or the Foreign Service. Given the overlap, it is important to define your personal interests and explore how they align with careers in this space to identify what fulfills you most.
Students and graduates are encouraged to get started by exploring the resources below and scheduling an appointment in Handshake to meet with Nicole Park (Career Advisor for Government, Law, and Public Policy) or Marisa Crowley (Career Advisor for International Affairs).
Law Resources
Is law school right for you? Explore the resources and videos below to learn more about careers in law and applying to law school.
A career in international affairs can be fueled by a passion to travel and a desire to learn about our global environment, effectuate change, and make a difference in the world. Learn more about this field and applications through the resources below.
Appointments can be scheduled in Handshake for Mon–Fri.
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Top Job Functions
Class of 2022 Top Job Functions in Government, International Affairs, Law, & Public Policy
56.00%
Legal
16.00%
Education / Teaching / Training
8.00%
Research
8.00%
Data & Analytics
4.00%
General Management
4.00%
Lab Work / Science
4.00%
Other
Law School Acceptance Rate
83%
83% of Wellesley applicants are accepted to at least one law school (based on 5-year data from 2015–2020)
What they studied
Where they work
What they do
Biological Sciences
AmeriCorps
Volunteer and Partnerships Coordinator at San Jose Clinic
History & English and Creative Writing
Preti Flaherty
Legal Assistant
Sociology
Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development
Broadband and Digital Literacy Fellow
Women's and Gender Studies
The Legal Aid Society
Paralegal
English & Political Science
Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP
Paralegal
Sociology & American Studies
Mintz, Levin, Cohn, Ferris, Glovsky and Popeo, P.C.
The McCall MacBain Scholarships seek to bring together exceptional students from around the world who strive to engage in positive change by taking on meaningful leadership roles. McCall MacBain Scholars connect with mentors and participate in an interdisciplinary leadership program while pursuing a fully funded master’s or professional degree at McGill University! (Campus deadline typically in August.)
“Often women and children are used to build the pathos to justify certain decisions, and I thought it was crazy to look around the table at who is making the decisions and [see that] those people are not represented at all.”
- Kismat Dhaliwal ’21
2022 Charles B. Rangel International Affairs Fellowship Recipient
