The information collected here is intentionally introductory, and we offer it here to help you get thinking. Feel free to pursue any questions by visiting OCS, dropping in to a counselor's walk-in hours, or
Talk to a Counselor in your field of interest.
Make an Appointment with the
Public Service Careers Counselor
To contact OCS's counselor for careers in public service, call (617) 495-2595 and press "0" on the menu. Contact Gail Gilmore, Assistant Director for Careers in Arts, Public Service, and General Counseling, at
ggilmore@fas.harvard.edu.
(DCE students: make an appointment with Linda Spencer, the DCE counselor.)
Choosing a Career in Public Service
Exploring the Field of Public Service
The Right Stuff
Goals and Timelines
Frequently Asked Questions
Workshops and Programs
Print Resources
Web Resources
OCS Handouts
Student Groups