University of San Diego School of Law Office of Career & Professional Development Tuesday, September 9, 2014 3L Edition Please come see us to discuss job or internship opportunities, to review resumes and cover letters, to do mock interviews, and to take advantage of our many career resources. Email lawcareers@sandiego.edu to make an appointment. Please make sure to read these weekly emails as they will contain information on upcoming programs and deadlines, and upcoming career development and networking opportunities. THIS INFORMATION IS NOT IN SIDEBAR!! FREQUENT STAMP CARD! GIFT CARDS & DRAWING! We are implementing a new incentive program! For each program you attend that is sponsored by Career and Professional Development, you will get one “stamp.” Collect 5 stamps to get a $5 gift card to a local coffee shop or restaurant. Collect 5 stamps during Fall Semester 2014 and the gift card will be doubled to $10! Collect as many gift cards as you like – just by attending our programs! Fill up your stamp card, turn it in, and at the end of the first semester, we will have a raffle for a $100 gift card.* *You must attend the complete programs (from start to finish) and remember to get stamped at the end of the program. You are responsible for not losing your stamp card. UPCOMING PROGRAMS This Week Today! Tuesday, September 9th After the Upload: What Else is there to Fall Recruiting Season? • The Fall Recruiting Program is just the first step in a comprehensive job search. There is much more to fall hiring than just the upload. Learn about: Government Honors and internship programs, local government opportunities, and Identifying private employers that did not come on-campus. • Noon/ Warren Hall 3B Wednesday, September 10th ACC 3rd Annual In-House Counsel Day • Warren Hall 131/ 4:45-6:30 p.m. Panel Presentation: “Pathways to a Career In-House” with India Jewell (Sony Electronics, Inc.), Lori Loiselle (Accenture), Ryan Bates (NRG Energy), and Janine Sarti (Palomar Health), including opening remarks from Dean Stephen Ferruolo, ACC President, Michael Wagner, and ACC Vice President of Programs, Randy Berholtz • Warren Hall Lobby/6:30-8:00 p.m. Networking Reception/In-House Counsel Career Fair. Hors d’ouevres and drinks will be served. Next Week Tuesday, September 16th JAG Recruiting Attorney Panel • JAG Officers from all four military branches will be represented. It’s a great way to learn about what JAGs do and how law students apply for summer and post-graduation positions. • Noon / Warren Hall 2A Wednesday, September 17th SDCBA Introduction • Kristin Rizzo, Esq. '06 of the Rizzo Law Firm & James D. Crosby, Esq. '83 of Klinedinst PC • Noon / Grace Courtroom / Pizza Thursday, September 18th GOMEZ TRIAL ATTORNEYS: Trial Practice 101, The Life of a Trial Lawyer and the Field of Personal Injury • Hear top trial attorneys John Gomez, Dave Fox and Bibi Fell draw upon their years of trying civil and criminal cases. They will share their experiences and give a sneak peek into the world of a trial lawyer. You must RSVP and spots are filling up! • 5:30pm to 7:00pm/655 W. Broadway Suite 1700 San Diego, CA 92101 • Space is limited, please RSVP to: Leah@thegomezfirm.com HOT JOBS Here are some hot jobs on Symplicity right now! Dallo Law Group Hurst & Hurst Army JAG San Diego Immigration Court Cozen O'Connor Governmental Opportunities The programs listed below will be filled as soon as the ideal candidates are identified. There are more programs listed in the Government Honors and Internship Handbook with “rolling deadlines” that are filled on an ongoing basis. Get your applications in early for all of the employers! Visit Simplicity for how to access the Government Honors and Internship Handbook. Federal Trade Commission – Bureau of Competition Entry Level Attorney Program (Paid, Deadline 09/15/14) Department of Homeland Security – Office of General Counsel General Counsel’s Honors Attorneys Program (Paid, Deadline 09/15/14) Massachusetts Office of the Attorney General – Fellowship Program (Paid, Deadline 09/15/14) Comptroller of the Currency – Law Department Chief Counsel’s Employment Program (Paid, Deadline 09/19/14) City of Philadelphia – District Attorney’s Office Third Year Law Student New Attorney Hiring Program (Paid, Deadline 09/20/14) Department of Commerce – Office of General Counsel Legal Internship Program (Paid & Unpaid, Deadline 09/15/14) Fall Fall & Spring Environmental Protection Agency – R10 Externship Program (Unpaid, Deadline 09/15/14) Programs with “Rolling Deadlines” review applications and fill positions on an ongoing basis, so apply early for these programs. Career Development & Networking Opportunities View our “Professional Organizations & Specialty Bars” Guide on Symplicity for a list of organizations that you may join as a student member for continuing legal education, career and professional development opportunities, and networking events. In addition to the following listing, view their calendars for upcoming meetings and events! Tuesday, September 23rd, 2014 SDCBA Law Student Reception The SDCBA's Law Student Welcome Reception: Section, Committee and Law Related Organization Fair offers law students an excellent opportunity to network with attorneys and judges of the San Diego legal community and explore the benefits of the SDCBA in a fun, relaxed environment. The SDCBA's various Sections and Committees along with other various local membership associations will be on hand to give students insight into various practice areas and specialty bar associations. Business Casual. Time: 5:30pm - 8:30pm Address: SDCBA Bar Center, 401 West A Street, Suite 120 & Suite 1100 (Please visit Suite 120 first, to check-in for this event) San Diego CA 92101 Register here. University of San Diego School of Law Office of Career & Professional Development Warren Hall, Room 113 lawcareers@sandiego.edu (619) 260-4529 www.sandiego.edu/law/careers