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Benesch’s 1L Diversity Fellowship

Benesch’s 1L Diversity Fellowship

To further support Benesch’s diversity initiatives, the firm has created the 1L Diversity Fellowship for
first year law students who identify as racially or ethnically diverse, LGBTQ and/or identify as having a
disability. This is a paid position within the firm’s Cleveland, OH office and is part of our Summer
Associate Program. The 1L Diversity Fellowship also includes participation in the Leadership Council on
Legal Diversity (LCLD) 1L Scholars Summit, which takes place May 22‐24, 2018 in Philadelphia, PA.

Educational and training programs are provided and go hand‐in‐hand with your direct work experience.
Some of the training programs offered are part of the firm’s year‐round program through department
meetings and specially planned events. Other programs, such as our Summer Associate Retreat are
exclusively created for you.

Our summer associates have immediate contact with clients and are involved in strategy, negotiating
and drafting sessions, as well as business development meetings. As part of Benesch’s Summer
Associate Program, you will receive a variety of work, both in terms of substantive areas of law and in
the types of projects assigned. We review each summer associate’s work on an individual basis and
attempt to include assignments which go beyond standard research projects, although such projects are
important in developing your skills and enabling us to learn more about your strengths and weaknesses.

Criteria

Candidates must be full‐time first year law students enrolled in an ABA‐accredited law school, with an
expected graduation date of spring 2020. Requirements for application include:

 Exceptional academic performance;
 Outstanding leadership abilities and involvement in diversity organizations;
 A commitment to community service; and
 Strong interpersonal skills

How to Apply

Please submit your cover letter, resume and first year transcript to:
emellott@beneschlaw.com

or

1L Diversity Fellowship
c/o Ellen Mellott
Benesch, Friedlander, Coplan & Aronoff LLP
200 Public Square, Suite 2300
Cleveland, OH 44114

Timeline
Benesch will accept 1L Diversity Fellowship applications from Monday, January 1, 2018 – Friday,
February 9, 2018. Please note, we do not accept incomplete submissions.

Spring Mock Interviews

MOCK INTERVIEWS – The Career Services Office is pleased to announce that a number of local attorneys will be available off campus at their offices to conduct mock interviews with our law students. Each mock interview will last approximately ½ hour and will generally consist of a 15-20 minute interview and a 10-15 minute feedback session. The most up to date list of dates and times is available is below. We encourage ALL law students to take advantage of this wonderful opportunity to enhance their interviewing skills and network with local, practicing attorneys. As with any skill, practice and feedback are crucial to perfecting! PARTICIPATION IN THE MOCK INTERVIEW PROGRAM IS STRONGLY ADVISED FOR STUDENTS PLANNING TO PARTAKE IN SPRING ON-CAMPUS INTERVIEWS.

If you would like to sign up for a mock interview, please use the following link to view available dates and times, and to sign up for your mock interview: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/508094dacae28a7fa7-akron. If you have any questions about using the online sign-up sheet, please contact Alecia Bencze at (330-972-7876) or via email at anb77@uakron.edu. When you sign up for your interview, you must also email your resume to Alecia Bencze in the Career Services Office so that we may provide it in advance to the attorney who will be performing your mock interview.

THERE ARE A LIMITED NUMBER OF INTERVIEW SLOTS AVAILABLE AND ACCORDINGLY, ALL ARE FILLED ON A FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVED BASIS.

 

Spring Intern Position at the Portage County Prosecutor’s Office

Ravenna, OH – Spring 2018 Intern – Portage County Prosecutor’s Office

AkronLawJobs No. 9000 Overview: Seeking an intern for the spring semester to work with Assistant Prosecutors in the civil division on multiple types of law.

Duties: Research, motion drafting, and the opportunity to observe mediations and hearings.

Qualifications: 2L, 3L.. Some legal experience is good, especially in civil or county government, but not necessary.

Work Hours: Spring Semester is flexible – ideally one day a week during the office hours of 8:00 – 4:00.

Compensation: The internship is unpaid, but students are eligible for pro bono service hours. May also be eligible for the Public Interest Law stipend or for externship credit through Akron Law during the summer.

How to Apply: Send your resume, a brief cover letter, and a writing sample to anb77@uakron.edu

Deadline: January 24, 2018

Summer Intern (1L’s Eligible) at the Portage County Prosecutor’s Office

Ravenna, OH – Summer 2018 Intern – Portage County Prosecutor’s Office

AkronLawJobs No. 8999 Overview: Seeking an intern for the summer to work with Assistant Prosecutors in the civil division on multiple types of law.

Duties: Research, motion drafting, and the opportunity to observe mediations and hearings.

Qualifications: 1L, 2L, 3L.  Some legal experience is good, especially in civil or county government, but not necessary.

Work Hours: Ideally an intern would be available for 10-15 hours per week during office hours of 8-4.

Compensation: The internship is unpaid, but students are eligible for pro bono service hours. May also be eligible for the Public Interest Law stipend or for externship credit through Akron Law.

How to Apply: Send your resume, a brief cover letter, and a writing sample to anb77@uakron.edu Subject “Summer Intern”

Deadline: January 24, 2018