Is working for a defense contractor controversial?

I'm a pre-law student interested in defense and foreign affairs. I'm thinking of working for a defense contractor this summer but I've gotten really mixed feedback, so I'm thinking of sticking to the public sector for now for my law school application. Any advice?

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