UVA Batten Career Advancement
The Career Advancement team is designed to support students at every stage, from skill-building to job placement. Through Career Services, internships, employer partnerships, and strong employment outcomes, students gain the experience, connections, and confidence to launch and grow impactful careers in public policy and leadership.
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Launch Your CareerUVA Batten Career Advancement equips students with the tools, connections, and guidance to launch impactful careers in public policy, leadership, and beyond. -
Explore Career OutcomesUVA Batten graduates launch careers across the public, private, and nonprofit sectors, achieving strong employment outcomes in policy, consulting, government, and mission-driven organizations worldwide. -
Recruit Public Policy LeadersTop employers and partners recruit UVA Batten students for their analytical rigor, leadership skills, and commitment to solving complex public policy challenges. -
Discover Internship OpportunitiesInternships provide hands-on experience in public policy, government, nonprofits, and consulting, helping students build skills and launch their careers.
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Jill RockwellSenior Assistant Dean of Career Advancement and Alumni EngagementJill Rockwell, Senior Assistant Dean of Career Advancement and Alumni Engagement at UVA Batten, and her team are focused on the professional success of our graduates and alumni as well as activating our alumni network in support of the school.
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Sarah HanksDirector of Career Advancement & Alumni EngagementSarah Hanks is the Director of Career Services for the Frank Batten School. She has more than 15 years of experience in nonprofit capacity building, change management, and crisis recovery.
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Jason BellAssociate Director of Career AdvancementJason Bell is the Associate Director for Career Advancement at the Frank Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy, where he primarily advises undergraduate students on career exploration and professional development.
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Kasey KieferCareer Advancement and Alumni Engagement CoordinatorKasey is the coordinator of Career Advancement and Alumni Engagement at the Batten School. She returns to Grounds after graduating from UVA in 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts in History and Global Environments & Sustainability.
12 – 1pm
No matter your current career path, whether that is HR, finance, IT, marketing, public service, or beyond, Batten's Graduate Certificate in Public Leadership and Graduate Certificate in Public Policy help you lead with greater clarity, courage, and evidence-based skill.Designed for working professionals, these flexible programs let you deepen your expertise without stepping away from your career and are eligible for the use of your UVA Education Benefits. And because the certificates stack toward Batten's Master of Public Policy, every course you complete is a step toward something larger.Join us for our in-person information session to explore our full range of offerings, including online options, and find the path that fits your goals. Join us Tuesday, June 16, 12–1PM in the Great Hall, Garrett — lunch is provided for all attendees!
7:30 – 8:30pm
Calling all Batten alumni: interested in giving back, supporting your fellow alumni, and staying connected to the Batten community? Consider joining the Batten Alumni Advisory Board (BAAB)! Those interested in joining the BAAB should attend our virtual interest meeting on Monday, June 22nd at 7:30p to learn more about the nomination and application process.See a schedule of key events below and a bit more information about what it means to be part of the board. We hope to see you online on 6/22!Schedule of Key EventsInterest Meeting: 22 June 2026 at 7:30 PM ETNomination Window: 24 June 2026 - 08 July 2026 (11:59PM ET)Election Week: 11 July 2026 - 18 July 2026 (11:59PM ET)Cohort Announced: 25 July 2026What’s the Batten Alumni Advisory Board?The Batten Alumni Advisory Board (BAAB) is a volunteer alumni organization that promotes, leads, and facilitates conversations between the Batten School and its alumni to strengthen the Batten network. Our goals include creating deeper ties within the alumni community, acting as a resource for career development of Batten students and alumni, and providing feedback and advice to the school on issues raised by alumni. We organize initiatives and events to strengthen engagement among alumni and connect students, alumni, staff and faculty.
2 – 2:45pm
At the Frank Batten School of Leadership & Public Policy, we are committed to solving the world’s toughest policy challenges. We know the complex issues of our time demand innovative, collaborative, cross-sector relationships within our walls and beyond. Our multidisciplinary approach to problem-solving and emphasis on ethics reinforce our focus on how leadership works, why context matters in decision-making and which actions lead to tangible results.Come hear more about our two-year Bachelor of Arts in Public Policy & Leadership, Accelerated Master of Public Policy, and Minors in Public Policy & Leadership or Social Entrepreneurship!This session is only open to students attending UVA's incoming first-year and transfer orientations.