Office of Career Services |
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Build Confidence, Build Careers
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Message from the Assistant Dean of Career Services |
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Welcome to the 2024-25 Academic Year! We are excited to see the campus alive again with students. During this summer, the Office of Career Services has been working feverishly to build programming, events, and new initiatives for our students and, as many of you know, continuing recruitment for 2L summer jobs and post-graduation clerkships. We also have been preparing our 1L bootcamps to welcome our newest Seton Hall Law Pirates.
We will continue to bring you this monthly electronic newsletter, The OCS Bulletin, which will highlight student employment successes, bring job opportunities to your attention, and feature tips and/or best practices for seeking a job. You also should consult The OCS Bulletin to learn about upcoming career-related events that you don’t want to miss!
We look forward to working with each one of you during this school year to help you launch your legal careers. Don’t be a stranger…Hazard Zet Forward!
Jacqueline C. Pirone, Esq.
Assistant Dean of Career Services
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From internships at the Philadelphia DA's Office to winning a prestigious moot court competition, 3L Casey Morrison's journey through law school has been marked by passion and perseverance. Discover how her diverse experiences have shaped her career aspirations and led to a promising future in Big Law and beyond.
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Prior to attending law school, you interned at the Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office and the Union County Prosecutor's Office. How did these internships impact your law school experience?
Interning at the Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office and Union County Prosecutor’s Office prior to law school impacted my law school experience by helping me narrow down the areas of law I am interested in and the types of legal issues I am passionate about. These internships solidified my desire to one day become a prosecutor. After my high school internship at the Union County Prosecutor’s Office, I studied criminology at Villanova University. At Villanova, I became interested in race and gender disparities in the plea-bargaining process and wrote my senior thesis on the topic. As an intern at the Philadelphia DA’s Office, I participated in a case file review in order to collect and code data for use in a report about prosecutorial discretion and racial disparities in the plea-bargaining process. This project in conjunction with my college experience inspired me to be a lawyer who seeks justice rather than outcomes.
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Mahima Alam, a 3L LEO student at Seton Hall Law, shares her dynamic law school journey, reflecting on the supportive environment, valuable internships, and strong connections that have shaped her experience. From participating in the Gressman Moot Court Competition to balancing academics with extracurriculars, Mahima offers insights and advice for making the most of law school.
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Why did you decide to attend Seton Hall University School of Law?
I decided to attend Seton Hall Law because I knew it would be the supportive environment I needed when starting my legal journey. I heard of the school's strong alumni network as well as its success in post-grad career placement. I grew up in Queens, so it was also very close to home and family.
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Maureen Camacho, a dedicated 3L Weekend Student, has expertly balanced her full-time paralegal career with her law school journey at Seton Hall. With a passion for the legal field ignited in high school and nurtured through hands-on experiences, Maureen has thrived in the weekend program, valuing its flexibility, supportive community, and opportunities for growth.
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What have you enjoyed the most about the law school’s weekend program?
I love my classmates. I have met so many intelligent and caring people at Seton Hall. I have also had wonderful professors that are knowledgeable and appreciate the difficulties weekend students face balancing our school, work, and personal lives. The flexibility of being able to go to law school every other weekend and continue to work full time and still fit in some family obligations on the off weekends has made this journey manageable.
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Junior Romero, a 2L law student with a passion for administrative law, regulatory policy, and property law, discusses his diverse experiences—from interning in the Southern District of New York to managing political campaigns. He shares insights on how these roles have shaped his legal career aspirations and commitment to community service.
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How did your role as a Judicial Intern for The Honorable Ona T. Wang influence your career goals in law?
We always hear about good and bad lawyering in law school, but you get to see it up close as an intern in a judge's chambers. Lawyers will often have the same judge presiding over their client's matters. As such, it is incredibly important to always be prepared when heading to court, not only to be the best advocate for your client, but to also remain in good standing with a judge you will likely see again. Heading into my internship with Judge Wang, I had sworn off being a litigator. But after a summer seeing how well-written briefs and courtroom advocacy, as well as pre-courtroom negotiations, can help resolve complex problems and make clients whole again, I am now leaning towards litigation.
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Holly Prince, a dedicated 2L law student at Seton Hall University School of Law, reflects on her diverse legal experiences, including her judicial internship with The Honorable Michael A. Shipp. Holly shares insights into her passion for criminal law, research, and writing, and how her unique background shapes her approach to law.
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Can you describe your experience working as a Judicial Intern for The Honorable Michael A. Shipp? What were some key takeaways?
My experience as a judicial intern for The Honorable Michael A. Shipp was extremely enjoyable and educational. The clerks were fantastic mentors, and I worked on writing assignments and observed trials. I really enjoyed watching different attorneys in court and observing their styles. The writing assignments were extremely helpful in terms of improving my research and writing skills and learning to grapple with different legal issues. I was faced with many tasks with which I was unfamiliar, which was intimidating at first, but this internship taught me that I will always be faced with projects that are unfamiliar to me, and as long as I have the necessary problem-solving skills, I can be successful with whatever comes my way.
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Symplicity has an App for your IPhone or Android!
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Download the App in your app store. Choose Seton Hall Law School as your school and enter your credentials that you use to log into your Symplicity account on the computer. From there you have the ability to search for and apply for jobs, upload documents for review or submission and schedule a counseling session. Download the app to stay up to date on recent job postings and make sure that you’re getting your materials submitted before other students. Reach out to your OCS counselor for more information!
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OCS has worked with Symplicity to create an employment survey for you to complete after any semester or summer job, including externships. It mostly consists of a rating system (on a scale of 1-5) and has two or three options for you to share more information in writing. You can publish the survey anonymously or with your name, if you are open to future students contacting you to ask questions about your position. We encourage you all to fill these out as soon as you have finished positions- we don’t anticipate it taking more than 5 minutes of your time and will be helpful for both you and other students as you progress in your legal career. To access the survey to complete, please click on the button below. Your feedback is greatly appreciated and needed!
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Best Practices: Cultivating Your Network |
5 Essential Steps to Building a Dynamic and Lasting Professional Network
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Leverage Law School Resources
- Attend Career Services Events: Participate in networking events, workshops, and panel discussions organized by The Office of Career Services. These events often feature alumni and professionals in various legal fields, offering opportunities to build connections.
- Engage with Faculty: Develop relationships with professors, especially those who have professional experience in your areas of interest. They can introduce you to industry contacts, write recommendation letters, and offer career advice.
- Maximize LinkedIn’s Potential
- Optimize Your Profile: Ensure your LinkedIn profile is polished, with a professional photo, a detailed summary of your experience, and clear indications of your legal interests. Regularly update your accomplishments, internships, and relevant coursework.
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Join LinkedIn Groups: Participate in LinkedIn groups related to law, compliance, or your specific interests (e.g., privacy law, corporate law). Engage in discussions, share insights, and connect with other members to expand your network.
- Get Involved in Professional Organizations
- Join Relevant Associations: Become a member of professional organizations such as the American Bar Association (ABA), your state bar association, or niche groups like the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP). Attend their events, webinars, and conferences to meet professionals in your field.
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Volunteer or Take Leadership Roles: Offer to help organize events or take on leadership positions within student chapters of these organizations. Active involvement will make you more visible and help you establish meaningful connections.
- Utilize Alumni Networks
- Connect with Alumni: Reach out to alumni from the law school, especially those working in areas of law you are interested in. Alumni are often willing to help current students by offering advice, mentorship, or even job leads. Seton Hall Law's alumni directory is a great starting point.
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Attend Alumni Events: Participate in alumni networking events and reunions. These gatherings are valuable opportunities to meet experienced professionals who share your educational background.
- Engage in Informational Interviews
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Request Informational Interviews: Reach out to professionals working in your areas of interest and request informational interviews. These meetings allow you to learn more about specific career paths, gain insights into the industry, and build relationships. Always follow up with a thank-you note to reinforce the connection.
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Prepare Thoughtful Questions: Before the interview, research the person’s career and the organization they work for. Prepare specific questions that demonstrate your interest and knowledge, making the conversation more engaging and productive.
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By actively using these strategies, you can effectively build a robust and supportive professional network that will benefit you throughout your legal career.
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| - New York City Bar Association, Law Student Reception
- Intro to the Office of Career Services (1Ls only)
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Wednesday, Sept. 18, 4:00 - 5:00 pm
- Located in Larson Auditorium
- Register via SignUpGenius link sent via email
- MLS-OCS Information Session
- Thursday, Sept. 19, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- Virtual
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Students are welcome to stop by the Career Services Boutique to get professional attire. All items are free, and they are welcome to take as many items as they like. Donations are also welcome. We accept gently worn or new suits, blouses, shirts, ties, etc. If you’re interested in organizing a clothing drive/donation event, please contact Ms. Blackwood at monique.blackwood@shu.edu
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Monday - Friday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
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