Description
A career in anti-corruption involves identifying persons or groups that abuse or solicit benefits for returns of power, holding them accountable, and potentially prosecuting such individuals. According to estimates, over $1 trillion dollars is spent on bribes worldwide. The United States ranks 25th among 180 countries for the least amount of corruption, but indexes see the U.S. ranking falling since 2015 because of misinformation and record spending in U.S. elections. After the 2010 ruling in Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission, dark money, more wealthy donor contributions, and powerful political action committees (PACs) have all increased the amount of money flowing through elections. As a result, confidence in elections and elected officials is dropping precipitously.
For example, as a result of lobbying and political polarization, Congress is becoming less effective by the day and rarely votes in the public interest. The Supreme Court has been stripping the rights of marginalized and historically oppressed groups against legal precedent, all while engaging in unethical behavior by directly taking gifts from wealthy associates. Americans’ faith in our government and justice system is at an all time low, and many of us recognize the importance of taking action to enforce accountability and bring about justice in the face of widespread corruption. Careers in anti-corruption are listed below, with categories ranging from interest groups, legal professions, campaign jobs, and government organizations. There are numerous ways to work against corruption in politics and law, so we wanted to provide a variety of options to consider.
Collection
Attorney
- The most likely career for an attorney in anti-corruption would be public interest law.
- Legal careers encompasses public service-oriented work on behalf of individuals and causes that otherwise lack meaningful representation in the legal system.
- Public interest work requires candidates who can demonstrate a commitment to public interest work, have the ability to collaborate well with diverse colleagues and clients, have the ability to assume responsibility immediately, and have a strong background in law school (such as grades and journals).
Lobbyist
Example organization to check out: Lobbyists 4 Good.
- What is a lobbyist?
- According to Lobbyists 4 Good: “Lobbyists are people who are paid to influence the government. Typically, lobbyists are people who have worked on Capitol Hill, former members of congress, lawyers with experience writing laws, or policy experts.” (https://www.lobbyists4good.org/lobbyist-definition)
- What do lobbyists do?
- So-called “white-hat” or social good lobbyists, like those at Lobbyists 4 Good, are trying to combat corporate lobbying– one of the biggest causes of political corruption and a major reason that Congress is slow and ineffective and continues to vote against public interests. These organizations use public funding from ordinary people, non-profits, and grassroots movements to put lobbyists on Capitol Hill, where they can have a bigger seat at the table and be a voice for under-represented groups and campaigns. According to Lobbyists 4 Good, they do lots of things, including “Persuade lawmakers to propose, pass, or amend legislation; work to change existing laws and regulations; provide relevant information to lawmakers; research policy solutions for their issue; identify potential ‘champions’ for the cause; build relationships with lawmakers and their staff; meet one-on-one with congressional staff, committee members, and key agency officials; partner with other organizations in the field; train advocates in other organizations; help congressional staffers draft legislation.”
- How do lobbyists fight political corruption?
- Since lobbying is currently one of the most effective methods for influencing the government and congressional legal decisions, Lobbyists 4 Good is fighting fire with fire by putting their own lobbyists in the same arena to fight for what is right, and for what will actually help the American people, rather than what will help corporations’ bottom lines. They know that money talks in the U.S. government, and recognize that corporate lobbying is one of the root causes of corruption in Congress. The only way to fight this is to bring their own money and experienced lobbyists to the table to fight for social justice and against corruption.
Investigative Journalist
- What is investigative journalism, and what do investigative journalists do?
- Investigative journalism broadly involves “systematic, in-depth, and original research and reporting, often involving the unearthing of secrets…its practice often involves heavy use of public records and data, with a focus on social justice and accountability.” (https://gijn.org/about-us/investigative-journalism-defining-the-craft/)
- How does investigative journalism fight political corruption?
- Historically and currently, investigative journalists (members of the free media/press) have acted as a balancing force, holding governments and organizations accountable for corrupt and unethical behavior by exposing hidden practices to public scrutiny.
- The efforts of investigative journalists to expose the truth have often led to both tangible and intangible effects in the arena of detecting, exposing, and ending corruption. “Examples of tangible effects…include: fuelling public outrage at corruption in government, forcing the impeachment and resignation of a corrupt official, prompting formal investigations into corruption, and spurring citizen pressure for the reform of corrupt States.” More intangible effects include raising public awareness about issues of corruption and incentivizing public officials to investigate corruption and hold those around them accountable. (https://www.unodc.org/e4j/en/anti-corruption/module-10/key-issues/the-role-of-the-media-in-fighting-corruption.html)
Activist
- What does an activist do?
- Keeps up with changes in global human rights.
- Conducts on-site inquires into violations of human rights.
- Proposes articles and reports on conditions pertaining to human rights.
- Engage in media outreach and advocacy to stop human rights abuses.
- Conducts research on a range of human rights concerns, including criminal defamation, civil rights, abuse of migrant workers, schoolyard fighting, and police brutality
- Career paths for activists:
- How to become an activist after 10 years in high school:
- Many colleges and higher education institutions offer 6-month to 2-year certificates in human rights.
- You must complete 10 or 10 +2 courses from a recognized board or other equivalent in order to be admitted to a certificate in the Human Rights Program.
- How to become an activist after 12th grade in high school:
- You can enroll in a variety of undergraduate courses in any field you choose.
- Majority of activists study law, human rights, sociology, physics, and English to create a foundation.
- Getting a bachelor’s degree in any of the field choices above requires at least three years of study.
- How to become an activist abroad:
- Activists in the US and India study the same subjects. You can earn a bachelor’s degree in the career fields noted such as psychology, human rights, political science, law or other majors that you are interested in, including environmental science, ecology, etc.
- Depending on the university/college you attend, the duration of study may be three to four years.
- Certification course to become an activist:
- You can get certification courses in the areas that you study as an undergrad to become more well-equipped and learn as much as you can about the field/career.
- How to become an activist after 10 years in high school:
Activist/Campaign Advisor
- About Represent US
- The Represent Us website says that Represent Us is “America’s leading non-partisan anti-corruption organization fighting to fix our broken and ineffective government. We unite people across the political spectrum to pass laws that hold corrupt politicians accountable, defeat special interests, and force the government to meet the needs of the American people.”
- Campaigns
- Cracking down on corruption
- There are three states that are currently working on campaigning on cracking down on corruption:
- Maine: Eliminating Foreign Influence in Elections
- Virginia: Campaign Finance Reform
- Washington: Statewide Democracy Voucher
- There are three states that are currently working on campaigning on cracking down on corruption:
- The solution to fixing corruption
- Their website says, “Politicians are supposed to represent us. But most Americans have near-zero impact on public policy… we have a plan to go around Congress to fix corruption ourselves, and it’s already winning.”
- Cracking down on corruption
Oversight and Accountability
An opportunity to get involved with anti-corruption is to pursue a career in oversight and accountability.
- What are oversight and accountability careers?
- This field specializes in holding the government accountable for misinformation, improperly spent tax money, following proper legal and ethical rules, etc. Federal Judiciary oversight mechanisms deter and prevent fraud, waste, and abuse, and address mistakes should they occur. Oversight mechanisms also promote compliance with ethical, statutory, and regulatory standards.
Public Education Campaigns
Another opportunity to get involved with anti-corruption is to introduce or join a public education campaign.
- What are public education campaigns?
- These campaigns can cover many topics including abortion education and rights, voting education and rights, vaccination education, etc. When considering joining or creating a public education campaign, think about selecting your audience. Who do you want to educate? What are your writing objectives: what do you want to educate people on? Devise strategies: you can create posters, hold events, write pieces for campus newspapers, etc. Develop messages: what do you want people to remember after reading or hearing about your campaign? Getting involved with public education campaigns can educate people on the truth about propaganda or misinformation.
Policy Analyst (Central Intelligence Agency)
- Policy analysts work to influence political and social decisions. They collect information, analyze potential solutions, evaluate outcomes, share information, and make recommendations. Analysts make written and oral assessments about domestic politics and foreign policy which is why their role in combating or contributing to corruption in politics is crucial.
Politician
- "Politician" is an umbrella term; there are several positions that can fall under it. A politician is someone who has professional involvement in politics and typically holds the title of an “elected official.” Politicians play a huge role in corruption/anti-corruption within politics. Politicians serve in the functions of the country, state, county, or city. A lot of politicians are elected; however, some are appointed, such as the Secretary of State. Governors, mayors and the president are examples of elected officials.
- Salary varies by position: senators and members of the House of Representatives average $174,000. Salary also varies by state.
Listed below are some general majors, minors, certificates, and graduate programs which may be useful for starting your anti-corruption career journey:
Attorney
- If you are considering a career in anti-corruption through legal pathways, it is important to consider the building blocks of a legal career. Although no two pathways to law school and the legal profession are the same, here are some rudimentary steps that may or should be taken:
- Find coursework that includes political science, management, some economics, and ethics to hone your skills in each area in preparation for law school, graduate school, or future careers in anti-corruption.
- Majors/Minors
- Political Science – Emphasis on American Institutions, Political Behavior, Political Communication, Political Theory, and Public Policy
- Ethics and Public Policy – Emphasis on Economics, Philosophy, Political Science, and Sociology
- Law Preprofessional Program
- Social Work
- Philosophy
- Social Justice – Emphasis on politics and social justice
- Criminology, Law, and Justice
- Sociology – Emphasis on Human Relations and Business
- International Relations
- Journalism and Mass Communication (especially for investigative journalism)
- Human Rights
- Communication Studies (especially for investigative journalism)
- English and Creative Writing (especially investigative journalism)
- Statistics
- Foreign Language (Spanish, French, Arabic, Chinese, etc.)
- Marketing
- Business
- Education Studies and Human Relations
- Graduate School
- Business – MBA
- Business Analytics – PhD, MS, Certificate
- Communication or Mass Communication – Master's or PhD
- Criminology – PhD
- Law – JD
- Doctor of Juridical Science – SJD
- Master of Laws - LLM
- Economics – PhD
- Non-Fiction Writing MFA in English
- Political Science – PhD, MA
- Public Affairs – MPA
- Social Work – PhD, MSW
- Sociology – PhD, MA
- Strategic Communication – Master's
- Sustainable Development – MS
- Urban and Regional Planning – MS
- Certificates
- Social Justice or Gender, Women’s, and Sexuality Studies certificate
- Critical Cultural Competency certificate
- Human Rights certificate
- Non-Profit Leadership and Philanthropy certificate
- Political Risk Analysis certificate
- Political Risk Analysis certificate
- 18 study hours
- Maintain a 2.0 GPA
- All graduate school and certificate options would be great ways to work with anti-corruption organizations, as well as to work for “corrupt” organizations and reform their internal structures.
Law School Preparation
- Focus on the main preparation for law school, including tips on studying for LSAT test, certain types of courses to take during your undergraduate studies with specific designations, and pre-law organizations to join during undergraduate studies.
- No one major is important to acceptance into law schools, but your transcript needs to look strong by having strong grades and completing classes that focus on research/analytical thinking/writing intensive. Courses should not be chosen for being easy, but courses should be taken to challenge you and show that you are studious.
- Build connections with professors amd other law students, and prepare yourself now as a strong candidate for the law school of your choice
- “You are your future you’s client.”
- During the Spring Semester of Third Year (at least 1.5-2 years before entering law school fall), study for the LSAT, which is required by the majority of law school admissions.
- No need for expensive LSAT studying materials.
- LSAC has great resources (lsac.org)
- Khan Academy is free (khanacademy.org).
- Find the right resource for you without breaking the bank.
- Practice exams multiple times to feel comfortable with taking the test.
- The more comfortable you feel, the better you will do on the test.
- Understand strategies for how to attack the different kinds of questions on the test.
- No need for expensive LSAT studying materials.
Policy Analyst (Central Intelligence Agency)
- Bachelor's or master's degree in related field; International Relations, Political Science, Public Policy (Foreign Language is a bonus).
- General policy analysts typically have a master's degree.
Classes Offered at University of Iowa That Might Be Beneficial for Critical Thinking, Research, and Analytical Skills:
- Politics of International Economics
- Designing Political Research or Analyzing Political Data
- Bureaucratic Politics and Public Administration
- Careers in Political Sci/Int’l Relations
- American Public Policy
- Introduction to Political Analysis
- Mock Trial
- Learn legal analysis
- Pedagogy: Creating Collaborative Learning Environments
- Learn to facilitate successful and cohesive learning environments
- Public Policy and Persuasion
- Social Inequality
- Introduction to American Politics
Politician
- Many politicians have at least a bachelor’s degree. There are no specific degrees required to become a politician; one is only required to become involved in politics.
- Becoming a politician is a lengthy process. U.S senators have held the following positions before their titled position:
- Mayor
- Physician
- Attorney
- Accountant
- Social worker
- Journalist
- Engineer
- Psychologist
- Sheriff
- Microbiologist
- Educator
- Business owner
- However, there are career paths that most of our country's politicians have:
- Law, education and administration
Attorney
- Join student and off-campus organizations that focus on activism, progressive ideas, supporting new candidates for government at all levels; that fight for social justice issues that will cause positive change in government; and that are focus on legal topics (if law school is of interest).
- Student organizations include:
- The American Constitution Society for Law and Policy
- Phi Alpha Delta Fraternity
- Equal Justice Foundation
- National Lawyers Guild
- Community organizations:
- Iowa Legal Aid
- Iowa Voices
- RESULTS
Law School Preparation
- Participate in student organizations (listed above and more) to show that you are an active member of the community and willing to spend time working with other people.
- Focus on volunteer and activism groups that could push for progress in the community and build grass-roots support from the University’s student body and Iowa City community member.
- Before applying in the fall before your first year of law school, find professors who are willing to write strong letters of recommendation for you.
- To get a professor to write a letter, foster a relationship with professors by participating in class and attending office hours. Even if you do not have questions about material, ask about the topic you are discussing and go deeper then simple lecture material. That will show commitment.
- Write a “perfect” personal statement that will inform and support your interest and NEED for a Juris Doctor degree. You MUST know why you are going to law school and have a temporary plan for what you want to do after law school. “Because” won’t cut it.
- Have multiple people review the personal statement to make sure it is mistake-free.
- Make sure that it is your genuine voice presented in the personal statement.
- Don’t need to impress admissions councils with large words or impressive stats (BE YOU).
- Make sure to read requirements by each law school for all aspects of their application package, especially personal statements.
- You can write a general personal statement, but some schools will have specific prompts (READ CAREFULLY).
- Have a strong resume that shows your performance in the classroom and in the community (jobs, internships, experience).
Oversight and Accountability/Public Education Campaigns
Student Organizations and Programs
Joining university programs, organizations, and even activist campaigns that focus on misinformation and educating audiences on issues within the government and society will create great experiences for you. Even organizations that focus on other topics can help you develop the skills you will need to pursue a public education campaign career.
https://ppc.uiowa.edu/project/national-multi-media-and-education-campaign
This is the link for the University of Iowa’s Public Policy Center. They are involved with several topics including crime and justice, environment, health, and politics. They provide ways to get involved in politics and policy research at the university. They have jobs, internships, and programs you can get involved in. They also hold events almost every week that you can attend.
https://uiowa.campuslabs.com/engage/organization/lsce
This is the link for the Leadership, Service, and Civic Engagement student organization at the University of Iowa. Their programs help students develop lifelong leadership skills, offer incredible experiential service learning, and provide civic engagement opportunities to students both on and off campus.
https://uiowa.campuslabs.com/engage/organization/debate-club-at-university-of-iowa
This is the link for the Debate Club student organization at the University of Iowa. Joining the club could help improve skills like public speaking, debating, etc. Debate Club is a forum where we discuss interesting and controversial topics in a variety of activities.
Career Fairs
https://careers.uiowa.edu
This is a link for the Pomerantz Career Center. The Career Center can help you connect with lots of different organizations and groups on campus to help you focus on your career goals. They offer host career fairs as well.
Policy Analyst (Central Intelligence Agency)
Internships:
CIA Fellowship Program https://www.cia.gov/careers/student-programs/#:~:text=Fellowship%20Programs
- Offered for those attending minority-serving institutions.
- Apply 6-12 months earlier than desired start date (CIA has an intricate and lengthy hiring process).
- Disciplines that the internship covers—analytic Methodologist; Cyber Threat Analyst; Economic Analyst; Leadership Analyst; Military Analyst; Political Analyst; Science, Technology and Weapons Analyst, and Targeting Analyst.
Internships offered at University of Iowa (doubling as credits)
- Government Internships in Political Science.
- Guided Political Science Internship.
- Internship with Political Science in the Washington, D.C. Center.
Networking:
- Connect with some of the University’s alumni (specifically those within the related field, as listed above).
- Seek out casual interviews with those in related fields.
- Email professionals and ask if they would be able to participate in an informal interview so you can learn more about the desired field.
- Connect with Professors
- This could be as simple as going to office hours, or asking to be a teacher's assistant (if they have those opportunities avaible).
- Get involved with local politics to understand policy implementation steps
- Vote in local elections.
- Volunteer for elections.
Politician
Internships:
- Campaign assistance
- Congressional Internship
- Interning for members of the Senate or the House of Representatives
- Journalism Internship
- Nonprofit Internship
- Research Assistantship
Helpful links for more Information about Internships:
- https://joinhandshake.com/blog/students/internships-for-political-science-majors/
- https://www.geteducated.com/careers/how-to-become-a-politician/#/
Activist
Job Preparation Required:
- Research and reading do not constitute activism on their own, but knowledge informs activism efforts and prevents unintended consequences. Commit to learning from sources that are credible and from activists who are experienced to avoid activism that could be harmful.
- Activism is most effective in group settings. Groups can pool their resources, gain media attention, and supporters. Look for local organizations that are dedicated to causes that you care about. Think about what specific skills, resources, or connections that you can offer to complement their efforts.
- Take advantage of classes and resources while in school. “Make the most of your college experience by enrolling in classes that will broaden your understanding of human rights and activism.”
Website on How to become an Activist: https://cleverharvey.com/how-to-become-an-activist/
Attorney
Search engines and organizations that would be great places to start the search for jobs:
Search Engines:
- USAJobs
- Iowa WORKS
- USA.gov
Organizations:
- ACLU
- The Southern Poverty Law Center
- CIA
- FBI
- Department of Justice
- Department of State
Law School Preparation:
- Be aware of how much it costs to apply ($45 per application for LSAC fees, not including potential law school application fees that could range from $60-80).
- Know where you want to live and practice law because many times the location of the law school you choose will be the area in which you start your career.
- Use resources that will tell you information about the law school, including acceptance rates, graduation rates, tuition, median LSAT and GPA, and other factors that go into acceptance.
- Many times websites will provide you percentages of the possibility you can attend the school depending on your GPA and LSAT scores.
- Law School Transparency is a free website that allows you to set preferences and provide personal information to find the best fitting law school for your specific needs.
- The ABA 509 reports are standard reports that every law school is required to submit to the American Bar Association, which includes medians and percentiles for GPA/LSAT, tuition, acceptance rates and class sizes, racial makeup of entering classes, and scholarship opportunities for incoming students.
- This section of the LSAC website is similar to the law school transparency website, but it also provides percentages, based on GPA and LSAT scores, to how successful a hypothetical student with different scores would fare getting into different law schools.
- Many times websites will provide you percentages of the possibility you can attend the school depending on your GPA and LSAT scores.
- Do not worry overly about the LSAT. Many other parts of your application package will determine your chances for acceptance into your desired law school programs.
- Apply earlier rather than later.
- Law school applications open near the end of September.
- Ideally apply as soon as possible because of rolling admission—at least before Thanksgiving Break/mid-November.
- Once acceptance letters are in, apply for scholarships for each law school and then decide your selection based on scholarship offers, location, personal beliefs, and other factors that matter to you.
- Everyone has their own important factors, and no one can provide the right answer for you.
- The only person who can make the right decision is YOU.
- Everyone has their own important factors, and no one can provide the right answer for you.
- Consider the prices of each law school, what your financial situation is, and what is affordable while also knowing what you want in your law school journey.
- Once in law school, STUDY.
- Write notes and read the material for each class.
- Be prepared for the final exam at the end of the semester.
- Join organizations or clinics that will provide hands-on experience.
- Many opportunities exist at each law school.
- Take classes you are interested in and will provide information for your future career in specific legal fields, such as anti-corruption and working for the government.
Lobbyist
Careers to pursue if you’re interested in eventually lobbying for social justice/change*:
- Lawyer/law partner
- Policy analyst/expert
- Elected official/Congressperson
- Legal advocate
For average salary info, visit: https://www.lobbyists4good.org/lobbyist-definition
*Generally speaking, a career in lobbying isn’t achievable directly out of graduate/law school, and is often a secondary career that can be pursued later in life. In order to become a lobbyist, you’d have to do one of these jobs for a substantial amount of time first.
Investigative Journalist
For internships, entry-level opportunities, and experienced positions, here are some organizations to explore:
- UNESCO Internship Program https://en.unesco.org/careers/internships
- Journalists for Transparency https://j4t.org/about/
- https://j4t.org/opportunity-calling-for-j4t-reporting/ → this job opening closed in 2022, but it’s still good to get an idea of the required qualifications, skills, and interests that a young journalist would need to get into anti-corruption investigative journalism.
- The New York Times https://www.nytco.com/careers/entry-level/
- Transparency International: The Global Coalition Against Corruption https://www.transparency.org/en/advocacy/investigative-journalism
- International Consortium of Investigative Journalists (ICIJ) https://www.icij.org/about/ , https://www.icij.org/about/work-with-us/#journalist
- ProPublica https://www.propublica.org/ , https://www.propublica.org/jobs/
- The Marshall Project https://www.themarshallproject.org/jobs/interns
- Search engine for journalism job openings: https://www.journalismjobs.com/
How to get involved/being an activist:
The Human Rights Career lays out ten steps you can take in becoming an activist:
#1: Commit to Small Actions
#2: Get educated on human rights issues
#3: Join local groups
#4: Get involved in the political process
#5: If you’re a student, look for classes and degrees in relevant fields
#6: Get experience
#7: Be flexible and willing to go where you’re needed
#8: Develop a personal mission statement
#9: Stand up to oppression and discrimination when you see it
#10: Maintain a support network
Website to Human Rights Career: https://www.humanrightscareers.com/magazine/how-to-become-a-human-rights-activist/
Oversight and Accountability
Some careers regarding oversight and accountability/federal enforcement:
- Government Affairs and Policy Coordinator (provides high-level support to the government affairs and policy team for a variety of association and government affairs and policy activities).
- Government Policy and Advocacy Coordinator (research, monitor, and track legislation introduced at the state and national level. Coordinate public policy issues and provide assistance to the government relations team in managing legislative affairs for the Association).
- Senior Field Advisor- Pentagon Accountability (works to expose waste, corruption, abuse of power, and other instances where the government fails to serve the public).
- Financial Management Specialist (responsible for supporting financial management functions necessary for programs and activities).
- Information Security Analyst (keeps confidential information secure, manages documents, and analyzes documents).
Public Education Campaigns
Some careers regarding public education campaigns:
- Marketing Coordinator (creates posters, brochures, websites, media management, etc.).
- Public Relations Campaign Manager (reports and interprets campaign results, generates ideas for media outreach, etc.).
- Communications Manager (sets up events, contacts sponsors, creates timeline/calendar, etc.).
- Director of Outreach and Education (participates in public events, speaks at events, etc.).
- Development and Special Events Coordinator (creates fundraising events, makes public appearances, speaks at events, etc.).
Activist
Coalition for Integrity Organization:
- Coalition for Integrity works with “broad networks of individuals and organizations to combat corruption and promote integrity in the public and private sectors.”
- They note that their view is simple: “Democracy is best served when elected officials are wholly committed to representing the public interest.”
- They note that Coalition for Integrity seeks to “build on its past successes to help foster greater integrity and transparency in the public and private sectors in the United States as well as around the world.”
- Coalition for Integrity has been “tireless in its commitment to reduce corruption and increase government transparency and accountability.” They play a pivotal role in raising public awareness of the dangerous effects of corruption on societies.
- Non-profit, non-partisan organization
- They work with wide range individuals and organizations to combat corruption and promote integrity in both the public and private sectors.
- In the US, Coalition for Integrity supports policies to foster the integrity of the government and business.
- Coalition for Integrity also supports initiatives in curbing corruption in international trade and business transactions such as US Foreign Corrupt Practices Act and the OECD Anti-Bribery Convention.
Jobs & Internship Opportunities:
- Student Consultant (virtual, short term consulting projects for fall of 2023).
- Responsibilities
- Provide research assistance on several projects in the anti-corruption field.
- Projects include research on range of international anti-corruption issues and federal and state ethics and transparency issues.
- Responsibilities
- Non-Profit Management Consultant (virtual, short term consulting projects).
- Responsibilities
- Provide assistance on several projects in the anti-corruption field.
- Projects will include:
- Data Visualization for published reports.
- Editing non-profit websites through WordPress.
- Drafting and publishing on social media platforms.
- Working on topics that range from anti-corruption issues to state ethics to campaign finance laws.
- Responsibilities
Website for Coalition for Integrity: https://www.coalitionforintegrity.org/who-we-are/mission-history/
Policy Assistant in Anti-Corruption Job Opening
Policy Assistant, Anti-Corruption (Brussels, Belgium)
- Monitor anti-corruption developments and trends related to anti-corruption in the EU and disseminate information across the global TI movement.
- Conduct research on and analyze anti-corruption relevant information, in particular data, trends and stakeholders.
- Participate in the development and implementation of communications strategies using traditional and social media (blogs, twitter, etc) media.
If you want further information about the job, you can visit https://transparency.eu/vacancy-policy-assistant-anti-corruption/
Intern for Anti-Corruption and Governance Center
Job Description
- “The Anti-Corruption and Governance Center (ACGC) focuses on streamlining CIPE’s existing programming and exploring innovative approaches based on new partnerships, economic trends, and law enforcement priorities.”
- ACGC’s interns support their anti-corruption and sustainability programs through research, communications, and outreach.
- Interns work with Centers Director and Program Officers to develop recommendations for current ACGC programs through comprehensive research and engagement with field experts.
- Intern also author blogs to provide programmatic updates and highlight current events in the anti-corruption field.
Website to the job posting: https://www.ziprecruiter.com/c/CIPE/Job/Intern,-Anti-Corruption-and-Governance-Center/-in-Washington,DC?jid=797e61e2fcef3ab5
General Helpful Links
- Source used for graduate school information, with University of Iowa program offers that would be beneficial in anti-corruption careers: https://grad.admissions.uiowa.edu/areas-of-study
- Student organization database at the University of Iowa: https://uiowa.campuslabs.com/engage/organizations?branches=343028&branches=202150&categories=11038&categories=11058&categories=11060&categories=11061&categories=11064
- List of nonprofits that the University of Iowa recognizes for student engagement: https://leadandengage.uiowa.edu/service/volunteer-advising/list-non-profits
- More information about the Political Risk Analysis certificate: https://catalog.registrar.uiowa.edu/liberal-arts-sciences/political-risk-analysis/political-risk-analysis-certificate/#requirementstext
- More information on politicians: https://crsreports.congress.gov/product/pdf/RL/RL30064#:~:text=The%20compensation%20for%20most%20Senators,from%20Puerto%20Rico%20is%20%24174%2C000.&text=These%20levels%20have%20remained%20unchanged%20since%202009.
Attorney
- University of Iowa Admissions website used as source to locate majors of interest: https://admissions.uiowa.edu/
- Marquette University Law School’s Guide to Careers in Public Interest Law: https://law.marquette.edu/assets/career-planning/pdf/Public-Interest-Guide.pdf
- American Constitution Society: https://www.acslaw.org/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAgeeqBhBAEiwAoDDhn7mxYUxjiQYkFhf5cqso4srk16cinLykip-ks1SC2v8BE4e25SNBFxoCFEcQAvD_BwE
- Citizen Connect: https://citizenconnect.us/
- Coalition for Integrity: https://www.coalitionforintegrity.org/
- United States Agency for International Development: https://www.usaid.gov/
- United Nations Convention Against Corruption: https://www.unodc.org/unodc/en/treaties/CAC/
- Organization of American States: https://www.oas.org/en/
- Pomerantz Career Center (specifically for University of Iowa): https://careers.uiowa.edu/
Law School
- Pre-professional Programs, with highlighted coursework, for undergraduate students: https://admissions.uiowa.edu/academics/law-preprofessional-program
Further Job Search Resources for Journalism
- Handshake’s Guide to Journalism Internships: https://joinhandshake.com/blog/students/journalism-internships/
- Pomerantz Career Center (for University of Iowa students)
More Information on Public Education Campaigns
- https://www.nsvrc.org/sites/default/files/file/saam/SAAM_2010-Creating-Effective-Pub-Ed-Campaign.pdf
More Information on Oversight and Accountability
- https://www.uscourts.gov/about-federal-courts/judicial-administration/administrative-oversight-and-accountability
- https://oversight.house.gov/subcommittee/full-committee/
- https://www.bls.gov/careeroutlook/2007/spring/art03.pdf
- https://www.cia.gov/careers/jobs/political-analyst/
- https://politicalscience.uiowa.edu/undergraduate/internship-opportunities
- https://www.cia.gov/careers/student-programs/
Job Search Engine Links
- https://www.indeed.com
- https://www.linkedin.com
- https://app.joinhandshake.com/login
- www.workforgood.com
- www.glassdoor.com
- www.idealist.org
- www.journalismjobs.com → Investigative Journalism