Careers Career Services Student Career Support Student Career Support Student Career Support Employment Outcomes Student Career Support Resumes & Interviewing Jobs, Internships and Graduate School Mentoring & Networking For Employers Employment Outcomes Pursue Your Career With Confidence Your Batten education is unique. Your career should be, too. Batten’s Career Services team helps students and alumni build the foundation they need to succeed in the world of public policy. We can help you evaluate your strengths and determine your path—whether you are interested in full-time employment, an internship, or graduate school. We also work closely with key employers to facilitate partnerships and meaningful networking opportunities. Our career services are targeted to the unique needs of Batten students and include: Strategic career coaching Resume and cover letter reviews Mock interviews Career events and connections with industry professionals and mentors Offer-negotiation assistance Job search tools Connect With the Career Services Team Make an Appointment How Can We Help You? Find resources and assistance to prepare you for professional success. Resumes & Interviewing Jobs, Internships & Graduate School Networking & Mentorships Events We offer industry-focused career events, developmental programs, and more. MPP Curriculum Student Portal The Batten Student Portal is your one-stop shop for career, academic, and student resources. Login Meet the Team Steve Hiss Director of Career Services and Alumni Engagement A lifelong public servant, Steve’s interest in the Batten School not only stems from his own career in the public service, but also the former and current Batten students with whom he has worked in his position as the Commander of the Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps at the University of Virginia. Jill Rockwell Senior Assistant Dean for Student and Career Services Jill oversees the administrative units of student affairs, and career services, working with the other members of the student services team to strengthen students’ co-curricular and career-related experiences at the Batten School. Dana Laurens Assistant Director of Career Services & Alumni Engagement Dana Laurens most recently served as National Deputy Director for Advocacy, Policy Engagement & Partnerships at Education Reform Now, a national think-tank in Washington, DC, where she lobbied federal lawmakers to advance progressive policies that maximize educational opportunities for all students. Handshake Explore professional opportunities with great companies with the Handshake recruiting tool geared specifically to students. Get Started With Handshake UVA Career Center You can also take advantage of the university’s career counseling, exploration workshops, and industry-tailored career communities. Explore UVA Career Services View All
Steve Hiss Director of Career Services and Alumni Engagement A lifelong public servant, Steve’s interest in the Batten School not only stems from his own career in the public service, but also the former and current Batten students with whom he has worked in his position as the Commander of the Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps at the University of Virginia.
Jill Rockwell Senior Assistant Dean for Student and Career Services Jill oversees the administrative units of student affairs, and career services, working with the other members of the student services team to strengthen students’ co-curricular and career-related experiences at the Batten School.
Dana Laurens Assistant Director of Career Services & Alumni Engagement Dana Laurens most recently served as National Deputy Director for Advocacy, Policy Engagement & Partnerships at Education Reform Now, a national think-tank in Washington, DC, where she lobbied federal lawmakers to advance progressive policies that maximize educational opportunities for all students.