Any JD/MBA students interested in a possible 10 hour/week GA position for Spring 2016 in the College of Business? If you are interested in being considered, please email Director O’Brien and include your resume. Deadline is ASAP but no later than Wed. December 2nd. Thank you!
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Volunteers needed for Angel Tree Celebration – earn community service/limited means hours
Angel Tree provides Christmas gifts to children of incarcerated parents. The Angel Tree Celebration will take place on Saturday, December 12th, 2015 at the Ohio Means Jobs Center located at 1040 E. Tallmadge Ave, Akron OH 44310. Volunteers will assist with the Angel Tree Celebration. Feel free to volunteer in the area of your interest. Breakfast and lunch will be provided for all volunteers. There is also free parking at the venue.
Summary of essential job functions
• Gift Distribution- 10 volunteers needed
• Arts and Crafts- 4 volunteers needed
• Refreshments- 6 volunteers needed
• Greeters/Hospitality/Santa’s Helper- 8 volunteers needed
• Registration/Information Table- 4 volunteers needed
• Set-up/ Clean-up- 12 volunteers needed
Minimum requirements
• Must be filled with holiday cheer.
• Must be able to commit to attending the event and stay for the entire duration of at least one shift schedule. Shifts will be 8am-12pm and 12pm-3pm. The event will start at 10am and is expected to end by 2pm, allowing an hour for clean-up.
Abilities required
• May require minor lifting up to 25lbs.
Anyone interested in volunteering should contact Professor Joann Sahl: jsahl1@uakron.edu.
Latham & Watkins 1L Fellowship for Summer 2016
AkronLawJobs No. 6903 Overview: The 1L Fellowship Program offers a unique summer employment opportunity for students who have just finished their first year of law school to gain valuable professional experience, mentoring and training early in their careers. Seeking students who are committed to promoting inclusion and diversity in the legal profession and who also possess a long-term interest in practicing law in a global law firm.
Qualification: Must be a 1L
Benefits of the program: 5 to 6 weeks in a Latham office during summer 2016. 4-5 weeks at a Latham client during summer 2016. 2017 summer associate position upon successful completion of the 1L Fellowship Program. Upon acceptance of an offer to return as a 2017 summer associate, participants will receive a $10,000 scholarship through the 2L Diversity Scholars Program. Invitation to the firm’s Diversity Leadership Academy held on April 1-3, 2016 in San Francisco (firm sponsored, including hotel, meals, and travel). Participation at June 2016 Summer Academy in Long Beach, CA. Ongoing mentoring from Latham lawyers.
How to apply: Send your completed application; unofficial 1L law school transcript (finalists will be required to submit official transcripts as they progress through the selection process); resume; 2 written references (from a college or law school professor and/or work supervisor); personal statement (500 to 1,000 words): Please explain how your interests or experiences will contribute to our firm’s culture, which embraces diversity and inclusion; law school personal statement. Apply HERE
Deadline: Application dates December 1, 2015 through January 11, 2016
Calling all 2Ls and 3Ls to participate in the new Akron Bar mentorship experience – Pathfinder Program!
Glenmede Investment & Wealth Management Summer Internship
AkronLawJobs No. 6900 Overview: Seeking to hire 20-25 students for the Summer 2016. Participants will have opportunities for personal and professional development while gaining insight into future career opportunities within both the investment field and the Glenmede firm.
Locations: Philadelphia, PA; Washington, DC; Wilmington, DE; Princeton, NJ; Morristown, NJ; Cleveland, OH; and New York City, NY.
Duties: Will depend on the department assigned to. There will be a wide range of activities, acting and performing in a professional manner. Experience will be gained in wealth advisement and investment management businesses, as well as a deeper level of experience in a particular area or focus. Your role will be “hands on” and you will work alongside managers and specialists of all career levels. Interns will be based in the Business Assurance and Wealth Advisory Officers.
Qualifications: Students should be rising 1Ls or 2Ls. Should have demonstrated ability for problem solving, organizing and analytical skills. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. Must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship for the duration of the internship. Must demonstrate academic excellence. Must be interested in learning more about a career in investment or wealth management.
How to apply: Send your resume and apply at: https://careers-glenmede.icims.com/jobs/1434/2016-summer-intern-%28law-school-application%29/job
Deadline: December 17, 2015