Breaking into International Development during the Federal Government Hiring Freeze

There has been a lot of talk lately in DC about how people can still break into the field of International Development despite the current Federal Government hiring freeze that has taken into effect. Below are ten ways you can get into the field of International Development without applying to USAID. 

Start meeting people and applying to:

1. Private Sector International Development companies

2. Consulting companies (Large & Small)

3. International Organizations

4. Non-Governmental Organizations

5. Non-Profits

6. US & International Foundations

7. Think Tanks

8. Advocacy Groups

9. Universities

10. Private Sector Commercial Sectors (Corporate Social Responsibility - CSR)

11. Employers of National Service

Stay optimistic and broaden your search! There will be more blogs to come!

- Chad, Professional Development Director