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Think of this page as YOUR homepage for the Career Hub. If you are new to the site, this is a great place to start! On this page, you will find links to everything posted on this site that pertains to graduate students (including Accelerated), but don’t let that overwhelm you. You can explore all the career paths, job/internship posts, and resources at your leisure!

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  • Each drop down menu is full of information where you can learn more about different career areas, build career skills, or get specialized information
  • You can easily “jump” to an area of interest on a page by clicking one of the blue buttons just below the large picture
  • Each page of the Career Hub contains articles, events, videos, jobs/internships, and more to help you as you explore your policy interests and start deciding what kind of a role policy work will play in your future
  • Try the AI search feature (red magnifying glass lower on the lower right of every page). It only searches on this site so you won’t get wildly conflicting advice. Put in what you’d most like to find and see what pops up!

📊 Graduate student outcomes going back to 2015

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Quiet chaos: Record turnover in the second Trump administration

Senate-confirmed officials are departing the second Trump administration at record rates—and with the president making historically few nominations to replace them, more of the government is left in the hands of acting officials who never face Senate confirmation.

Author: Chris …

By Marie Koko
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‘Ghost Job’ Ads Are Getting So Bad That Lawmakers Want to Ban Them

Employers post roles that never seem to get filled, or even exist, and job seekers are sick of it

By Lauren Weber, Wall Street Journal

The cycle of heartbreak is familiar to job seekers everywhere: They see an ad for …

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A student shares their internship experience with the Niskanen Center

This summer, I worked at a non-partisan think tank called the Niskanen Center in Washington, DC. The internship is part of the Peter G. Peterson Foundation Fiscal Internship Program. At Niskanen, I worked on the health policy team conducting research, …

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Skill building courses

How to Use LinkedIn Learning

Taught by Amy Sell
Ready to skill up? LinkedIn Learning bridges the gap between the career you want and the skills you need. We…

Advanced and Specialized Statistics with Stata

Taught by Franz Buscha
Stata is agile, easy to use, and fast, with the ability to load and process up to 120,000 variables and…

Choosing the Right Project Management Certification for Your Career

Taught by Asya Watkins
In this course, discover which project management certification can help you meet your career goals. Follow along with Asya Watkins,…

Navigating an Entry-Level Job Search

Taught by Gianna Prudente
Breaking into the job market as a new graduate can feel overwhelming—especially when every role seems to require experience you…

ChatGPT and Power BI

Taught by Aaron Parry
AI is changing the world around us, and completely revolutionizing the way we work. Data professionals now have access to…

AI in Action: Global Case Studies from Public Institutions

Taught by United Nations University
AI governance and implementation look different depending on sector, region, and institutional context—and those differences matter for anyone working at…

Leadership Lessons from Bad Bosses

Taught by Mita Mallick
According to Gallup’s 2025 State of the Global Workplace report, less than half of the world’s bosses receive adequate management…

Public Health Fiscal Austerity #1: Navigating Fiscal Austerity: Lessons from Past Public Health Retrenchment

This recorded webinar was developed and hosted by the Center for Public Health Systems at the University of Minnesota School…

Data, Economic Modeling, and Forecasting with Stata

Taught by Jason Schenker
Working with data is an important part of many jobs, and in the future, it will be important for even…

Introduction to Stata

Taught by Franz Buscha
Learning and applying new statistical techniques can often be a daunting experience. Software like Stata, an integrated statistical software package,…

The Modern Stata Playbook: Critical Enhancements You Need to Know

Taught by Franz Buscha
In this course, Franz Buscha—a professor of economics who has taught economics, statistics, and policy evaluation—explores the biggest feature additions…

Developing Your Emotional Intelligence (2023)

Taught by Dr Gemma Leigh Roberts
Emotional intelligence can help you build strong relationships at work and respond to change effectively. Psychologist and author Dr. Gemma…

Microsoft 365 Copilot Shorts: 20 Skills in 20 Minutes

Taught by Mike Tholfsen
Learn how Microsoft 365 Copilot can boost your day-to-day productivity with practical, hands-on demonstrations. Maximize Copilot’s capabilities across Copilot Chat,…

Using Questions to Foster Critical Thinking and Curiosity

Taught by Joshua Miller
With AI automating routine tasks, uniquely human skills like critical thinking and curiosity are more essential than ever for career…

Managing AI Risks: 8 Common Mistakes to Avoid at Work

Taught by Soribel Feliz
Description What is this course about? Learn eight of the most costly AI mistakes professionals make—as well as strategies for…

Excel Copilot: Working with PivotTables

Taught by George Mount
Embark on a journey to master Excel Copilot and revolutionize your approach to PivotTables. This course is designed for intermediate…

How to Answer the Tell Me About Yourself Question in Interviews

In a product management interview, ‘Tell me about yourself’ is a good question that allows the interviewer to assess whether…

Streamline Resume Creation with Generative AI Case Study

Use generative AI to create a custom resume, tailor-made to a specific job application that includes relevant keywords for improved…

Influencing without Authority

Learn to influence without authority. Develop skills to inspire, build trust, and drive positive change. Gain support and cooperation with…

Create Digital Content, Communicate and Collaborate Online

Learn to create digital documents and practice using collaborative tools to work effectively in hybrid and remote settings. Remote work…
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LinkedIn Learning

How to Use LinkedIn Learning

Taught by Amy Sell
Ready to skill up? LinkedIn Learning bridges the gap between the career you want and the skills you need. We…

AI in Action: Global Case Studies from Public Institutions

Taught by United Nations University
AI governance and implementation look different depending on sector, region, and institutional context—and those differences matter for anyone working at…

Choosing the Right Project Management Certification for Your Career

Taught by Asya Watkins
In this course, discover which project management certification can help you meet your career goals. Follow along with Asya Watkins,…

Responsible AI: Global Risks, Governance, and Human Oversight

Taught by United Nations University
As AI systems become widely deployed and increasingly influential, organizations and individuals face growing risks—from model failures and bias to…

The Data Science of Educational Management and Policy, with Barton Poulson

Taught by Barton Poulson
Educational records and standardized tests offer a treasure trove of data about who our students are and what they actually…

What AI Can Teach Us about Designing Better KPIs

Taught by MIT Sloan Management Review
Explore ways that AI can revolutionize your understanding and creation of KPIs. Learn how AI insights provide a new perspective…

Excel Dashboard Challenges

Taught by Jordan Goldmeier
This course offers practical, project-based lessons that teach you how to create professional dashboards for diverse business scenarios. Through comprehensive…

How to Land a Job and Grow Your Career with Carla Harris

Taught by LinkedIn News
Whether you’re aiming for a promotion or exploring a new job, knowing your next best step is key. In this…

15 Claude Tips for Everyday Data Analysis

Taught by Emma Chieppor
Want faster answers from your data? In this course, Emma Chieppor delivers practical, bite-sized tips for using Claude to boost…

Navigating an Entry-Level Job Search

Taught by Gianna Prudente
Breaking into the job market as a new graduate can feel overwhelming—especially when every role seems to require experience you…

ChatGPT and Power BI

Taught by Aaron Parry
AI is changing the world around us, and completely revolutionizing the way we work. Data professionals now have access to…

Developing Your Emotional Intelligence (2023)

Taught by Dr Gemma Leigh Roberts
Emotional intelligence can help you build strong relationships at work and respond to change effectively. Psychologist and author Dr. Gemma…

Leadership Lessons from Bad Bosses

Taught by Mita Mallick
According to Gallup’s 2025 State of the Global Workplace report, less than half of the world’s bosses receive adequate management…

Data, Economic Modeling, and Forecasting with Stata

Taught by Jason Schenker
Working with data is an important part of many jobs, and in the future, it will be important for even…

Introduction to Stata

Taught by Franz Buscha
Learning and applying new statistical techniques can often be a daunting experience. Software like Stata, an integrated statistical software package,…

The Modern Stata Playbook: Critical Enhancements You Need to Know

Taught by Franz Buscha
In this course, Franz Buscha—a professor of economics who has taught economics, statistics, and policy evaluation—explores the biggest feature additions…

Advanced and Specialized Statistics with Stata

Taught by Franz Buscha
Stata is agile, easy to use, and fast, with the ability to load and process up to 120,000 variables and…

Microsoft 365 Copilot Shorts: 20 Skills in 20 Minutes

Taught by Mike Tholfsen
Learn how Microsoft 365 Copilot can boost your day-to-day productivity with practical, hands-on demonstrations. Maximize Copilot’s capabilities across Copilot Chat,…

Using Questions to Foster Critical Thinking and Curiosity

Taught by Joshua Miller
With AI automating routine tasks, uniquely human skills like critical thinking and curiosity are more essential than ever for career…

Managing AI Risks: 8 Common Mistakes to Avoid at Work

Taught by Soribel Feliz
Description What is this course about? Learn eight of the most costly AI mistakes professionals make—as well as strategies for…
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Contact & location

Phone
608-262-3908
Email
careerdev@lafollette.wisc.edu
Address

Sterling Hall, room 2406
475 N Charter Street
Madison, WI 53706

Career service hours

Monday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm (Remote)
Tuesday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm (Remote)
Wednesday 9:30 am - 4:30 pm (On Campus)
Thursday 9:30 am - 4:30 pm (On Campus)
Friday 9:30 am - 4:30 pm (On Campus)

To make an appointment with me, click here

You may also drop in for quick (5 minute or less) questions during on-campus hours if the door is open