This June, the Society hosted a conference for our Key into Public Service Scholars. Now all Phi Beta Kappa members and chapter institutions can access the tips and resources shared by leading service organizations including the Partnership for Public Service, the Volcker Alliance, and Lead for America.
On this page, you will find insider tips about recruitment strategies and fellowship opportunities at federal, state, and local levels. Explore strategies and advice for applying to graduate school in public service, international, medical, and public health careers. You will also learn how to pitch the value of your arts and sciences education to future employers.
Access the tools you need to launch a public service career rooted in arts and sciences expertise here.
Key into Federal Service
- Phi Beta Kappa - Key into Federal Service Session Recording
- GoGovernment - One-stop shop on how to find and apply for federal positions
- Best Places to Work - These rankings provide insights into what current employees think about their agency work environments, focusing on topics such as leadership, teamwork, worklife balance and more
- USAJOBS Help Center - Specifically, the Federal Occupation by College Major page helps job seekers match their degree to specific jobs within the federal government
- Pathway Programs - Pathways at the U.S. Department of State -
- OPM - U.S. Office of Personnel Management
The Call to Serve Luncheon
- American University's Induction of Smithsonian Secretary Lonnie G. Bunch III
- Conversation Between Secretary Bunch and David Rubenstein
Key into State & Local Service
- Volcker Alliance Session Slides
- Lead for America Session Slides
- Lead for America
- The Volcker Alliance
Is Graduate School Key to Service?
- Phi Beta Kappa - Is Graduate School Key to Service? Session Recording
- APSIA Session Slides
- ASPPH Session Slides
- Work now or go to graduate school? This checklist can help you decide by George Anders
- Navigating Law School Admissions with Miriam & Kristi
- APSIA - Association of Professional Schools of International Affairs
- ASPPH - Association of Schools and Programs of Public Health
- NASPAA - The Network of Schools of Public Policy, Affairs, and Administration
Key into Legislative Office
The Art & Science of Connecting with Employers
