Category: Career Planning

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 via the link 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 FALL 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-july. 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!

Seattle, WA – 2018 Richard S. White Fellowship – Helsell Fetterman

AkronLawJobs No. 8374 Overview: The Richard S. White Fellowship includes both a paid, 12 week summer associate position and a $7,500 academic scholarship to be remitted directly to the student’s law school at the beginning of the school year following the summer clerkship to assist in paying the student’s tuition

Qualifications: Be a second year law student* in good standing pursuing a law degree at an ABA-accredited law school; (*third year if pursuing a LL.M.); Possess an academic record, leadership abilities, and a commitment to personal and professional initiatives that indicate promise for a successful legal career; Demonstrate an interest in furthering diversity within the community and the profession; and Communicate an interest and commitment to both the practice areas represented at Helsell Fetterman and to building a practice in the Seattle area.

How to apply: Prepare a 1-2 page personal statement on a topic of your choice that allows our firm to fully evaluate your candidacy and ability to enrich the diversity of the legal community.  Complete the Richard S. White Fellowship application form.  http://www.helsell.com/wp-content/uploads/2017-RSWF-Application.pdf; Provide a current resume. Include a copy of your final undergraduate transcript and current law school transcript, unofficial is acceptable. Legal writing sample, up to 10 pages. Three professional and/or academic references with contact information. Mail your materials to: Richard S. White Fellowship Helsell Fetterman, 1001 Fourth Avenue, Suite 4200 Seattle, WA 98154-1154

OR

Email the application form with attachments to rswfa@helsell.com.

After you apply to fellowship, please email Dean O’Brien and let her know so that she can personally reach out to Daniel Findley who is an Akron Law alumni.

Deadline: July 19, 2017

AkronLawJobs No. 8320 Overview: AV-rated Cleveland-area law firm representing management in labor and employment relations seeking a law clerk. The position will be Full-Time during the summer and Part-Time during the school year.
Qualifications: 1L, 2L, 3L or spring graduate; Possess superior research, writing, and oral communication skills; Strong work ethic; Ability to work independently; Prefer Moot Court and Prefer Law Journal.
How to apply: E-mail your Resume, Cover Letter, Transcripts, and Writing Sample to mkuilder@rbslaw.com
Deadline: June 1, 2017

Akron, Ohio – Senior Law Clerk – City of Akron Law Department   May Graduate OR Recent Graduate

AkronLawJobs No. 8311

Description:  Unique full-time position as a Senior Law Clerk. This is a 40-hour per week position for a student or grad looking to work full-time and gain some invaluable experience.

Qualifications:  May graduate OR recent graduate

How to apply:  Send your resume, transcript and writing sample to Elaine Stoeberman at estoeberman@akronohio.gov

Deadline:  May 27, 2017

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

Seeking an intern for the summer to work in civil division.

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

Work schedule:  The work schedule is flexible – ideally an intern would be available 10-15 hours per week during office hours which are 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

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

How to apply:  All interested students should send their resume to Asst. Dean O’Brien: ab139@uakron.edu.

Deadline:  ASAP