Government and Social Services

Careers that involve serving individuals and communities locally, regionally, nationally, and internationally.

Overview

This cluster might be for you if: you want to contribute to your community, have a particular cause you’re passionate about, want to apply your skills to injustices you see around you, have a desire to help or counsel others, or are interested in international affairs and/or politics

This cluster includes careers in: advocacy, community organizations, counseling and mental health services, environmental sciences, government (local, state, and federal), international development, humanitarian, law, military, ministry, public health, public policy, social justice 

Gain experience by: volunteering, internships, student leadership positions, student employment.

Graduate degrees for this cluster: MPP, MPA, MPH, MBA, LCSW, LMFT, LPC, PsyD, PhD, MDiv, and more!

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Career Resources

HRC Website

The Human Rights Campaign envisions a world where every member of the LGBTQ+ family has the freedom to …

Diversity Minnesota

A great job search board for diverse people!

Transitioning in the Workplace: A Guide for Trans Employees

Learn how to safely transition in the workplace!

Coming Out at Work

A great guide that assures that your coming out experience at work is safe and smooth.

Lambda Legal’s lawyers have won precedent-setting civil rights cases on everything from marriage equality to expressions of gender identity to …

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AIESEC s aglobal platform for young people to develop their leadership potential through practical experiencesof many kinds, including internships, …

Online Tools

Browse Graduate Schools and Programs where Gusties have attended.

Diversity Working

DiversityWorking is the largest online site for DEI jobs and diverse talent.

Whether you’re aiming to fulfill your …

Corporate Equality Index Report

Learn about inclusion in the workplace, global equality, and the equality indexes of the leading Fortune-ranked …

Building Future Leaders & Safer, More LGBTQ-Friendly Colleges and Universities Since 2001

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https://www.twincitiesquorum.com

Quorum is Minnesota’s award winning LGBTQ+ and Allied Chamber of Commerce. They are an organization of lesbian, gay, bisexual, …

Alumni Connections

  • Chicago, IL
Meet Jennie
  • St Paul, MN
  • Recovery Residence Resource Associate NUWAY
Meet Hilary
  • Mankato, MN
  • Reading Corps tutor AmeriCorps
Meet Celeste
  • St Peter, MN
  • Missionary Fellowship of Catholic University Students
Meet Paul
  • St Paul, Minnesota
  • Student Staff Gustavus Adolphus College Advancement Office
Meet Delaney
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • Financial Representative Northwestern Mutual
Meet Isaiah
  • Lakeville, MN
  • Associate General Counsel Kraus-Anderson
Meet Kyle
  • Dallas, TX
  • Social Service Manager LiteracyAchieves
Meet Amy

Contact & Location

Phone
507-933-7575
Address

Johnson Student Union 209
800 West College Avenue
Saint Peter, MN 56082

Career Service Hours

Monday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tuesday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wednesday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thursday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm