THE BPI POLIKOFF–GAUTREAUX FELLOWSHIP
FOR A PUBLIC INTEREST LAWYER OR POLICY ANALYST
Application Deadline: October 15, 2010
Business and Professional People for the Public Interest (BPI), a Chicago-based not-for-profit law and policy center, seeks a recent law or public policy graduate to serve as the Polikoff-Gautreaux Fellow for one year, renewable for a second, beginning in Summer or Fall 2011. The Polikoff-Gautreaux Fellowship offers the opportunity for recent law school or public policy school graduates to develop the experience, skills and network critical to a rewarding career in public interest
advocacy. Fellows have gone on to become the Executive Director of a non-profit organization that serves youth interests, to practice affordable housing law, to accept a full-time staff position with BPI and more.
Founded in 1969, BPI is dedicated to addressing compelling issues of social justice and to enhancing the quality of life for all people living in the Chicago region. Currently, BPI works to transform segregated public housing, revitalize economically disadvantaged communities, improve Chicago’s public schools, increase the availability of affordable housing throughout the metropolitan region, and promote open and honest government in Illinois. BPI’s staff of lawyers and policy specialists uses a variety of approaches, including litigation, policy research and advocacy, community organizing, and collaboration with civic, business, and community organizations.
REQUIREMENTS of the Fellowship are:
• Either a JD or MA/MS in public policy or related field
• Demonstrated interest or experience in one of BPI’s program areas
• Accomplished oral and writing skills
• Strong academic record
• Initiative, creativity and flexibility
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a variety of organizations, constituent groups, government, and civic leaders.
Fellows receive an annual salary of $46,000 with medical and dental coverage. Debt service on law school or graduate school loans for the duration of the Fellowship may be available, based on need.
Send resume, writing sample, references and a cover letter detailing interest in the position, postmarked by Friday, OCTOBER 15, 2010 to:
Business and Professional People for the Public Interest
Polikoff–Gautreaux Fellowship
25 East Washington Street, Suite 1515
Chicago, Illinois 60602
312-641-5570
www.bpichicago.org
BPI is an equal opportunity employer.
Persons of color are strongly encouraged to apply.
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