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Job Search Guide

The Career Development Office's Job Search Guide is divided into four sections: job search timelines, job search resources, application materials, and interviewing. Each section is designed as a tool to aid in both the earliest stages of your job search and to address questions you may have along the way. The combined content is a tremendous resource intended for use throughout your law school career.

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Job Search Timeline

  • 1L Job Search Timeline
  • 2L Job Search Timeline
  • 3L Job Search Timeline
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Job Search Resources

  • General Practice Areas
  • Opportunities for JDs
  • Job Search Websites
  • Symplicity Guide
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Application Materials

  • CDO Guide to Cover Letters
  • CDO Guide to Resumes
  • CDO Guide to References
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Interviewing

  • CDO Guide to Interviewing
  • CDO Guide to Networking
  • CDO Guide to Thank You Notes