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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Have him volunteer on a political campaign while searching for a role job or applying to grad school.[/quote]

If he is interested in politics or policy at all, this is a good suggestion, if he is willing to work hard. They won’t care about GPA, and it can often lead to a full time job if the candidate is elected and your son makes a good impression. I know quite a few successful people who got their start this way. [/quote]

Amplifying this - political campaign or fundraising gigs is a great idea.  If you are in the DC area and know anyone who does this work, have your son reach out.  Or just have him cold call.

Also, if you are in DC, staff assistant on the Hill is an option.  Start asking neighbors and friends for contacts.  Even an unpaid internship could lead to a full-time spot.

Finally, I think others have mentioned paralegal work - that work is often in-person and some firms are having trouble finding people who want to work in-person full-time.  Again in DC area, there are so many lawyers and he can reach out to family friends and neighbors.

Good luck, OP - I hope he has found something!
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