Many law schools offer a wide range of public interest law opportunities that include various courses, clinics, externships, law journals and pro bono programs that are designed to let you explore this exciting field, gain experience and sharpen your existing skills while participating in meaningful work that helps your community. All of these elements play an essential part in career development and can serve as great resume boosters. Getting the hands-on experience these aspects of public interest law have to offer allows you to increase your chances of landing a great job because many public interest employers have little time and resources to extensively train new employees. With these elements in your background, you have a better chance to hit the ground running when you begin your new job, which makes you a more attractive candidate.