The USC Gould Career Services Office offers programming and services throughout the year to help JD students hone their career skills, network and find jobs.
Topics include self-assessment, career planning, résumé and cover letter writing, law firm interviewing skills, public-sector interviewing skills and networking.
Get information on legal careers covering a wide range of practice-area specialties and employer settings, including Big Law, public interest, government, small- and mid-sized law firms, judicial clerkships, in-house counsel and alternative career options.
Offered annually, this event provides you with the opportunity to practice interviewing skills with attorneys to maximize your job search success.
First-year students and transfer students benefit from the opportunity to connect with, and learn from, USC Gould alumni at the annual Alumni Mentor Lunch.
Meet with local practitioners through our annual Small and Mid-Sized Law Firm Reception, Big Law networking receptions, Judicial Clerkship Reception and other niche employer events.
The USC Gould Marshall B. Grossman Mentorship Program is a supportive and informal mentorship initiative that connects USC Gould JD alumni with JD students.
Review information on private firms, government agencies, public interest organizations, practice specialties, summer and post-graduate fellowships and judicial clerkships.
Receive information regarding upcoming career events, deadlines and opportunities in the weekly Career Alert email newsletter.
Gain 24/7 access to the following resources and more through the myLaw Portal, including VAULT Online Library of Career Guides, Government Internship and Honors Programs Handbook, Small and Mid-Sized Job Search Roadmap, Firm Prospects, Flo Forward, Judicial Clerkship Handbook, Public Policy Opportunities Handbook, and practice-area resource guides
From the beginning of your legal studies, the Career Services Office works with you to tailor an individualized plan in preparation for your transition to the practice of law. Students are encouraged to utilize our career counselors to help navigate their career journeys. In addition, CSO meets regularly with employers to discuss hiring needs, market conditions and recruitment opportunities for students and alumni.
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