NEXT WEEK | 1L Summer Public Interest Program Information Session
Join the Career Center on Thursday, Feb. 1, at 12 PM in AB Hall 309 for an in-person informationalsession for 1L students applying for the 1L Summer Public Interest Program (1L SPIP).
The 1L SPIP is part of WashULaw’s commitment to supporting our students who choose to pursue careers in the public sector. This program provides financial support to students who would otherwise be unable to work in unpaid public sector internships over the summer. Through 1L SPIP, WashULaw offers funding of up to $3,000 (less taxes) for 1L students who work full-time in eligible positions for a minimum of six weeks (roughly 240 hours). The 1L SPIP application opens on Monday, Feb. 26, 2024.
An eligible position is one in which you are:
- Working for the public interest in a legal, policy, legislative, or advocacy setting under legal supervision, and in a position where at least one year of law school is required; and
- Working for a non-profit organization, government office, or in a judicial externship/internship program; and
- Working in a position where you are not receiving payment intended to compensate you for work performed during the internship, whether from your place of employment or outside funding.
All first-year students are encouraged to attend. RSVP on Symplicity.
Meet & Mingle with Gausnell, O’Keefe & Thomas | Jan. 31st
Foley & Lardner LLP Hosts: Navigating “Precruiting”
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 2024 | 5-6 PM CT via Microsoft Teams
You’re Invited!
Please join us for an interactive and insightful panel discussion designed to help law students navigate the fast-paced pre-OCI recruitment process known as “precruiting.” Foley attorneys will provide valuable information about the precruiting process and share their candid advice. You’ll also have a chance to learn more about Foley and engage with our panelists, other attorneys, and recruiting professionals in breakout rooms immediately following the discussion. Breakout rooms will be organized by geographic region so that participants can network and ask questions pertaining to the region(s) that interest them.
To make the most of this event, we encourage you to listen to our special recruiting-related The Path & The Practice podcast episodes: Episode 100: Recruiting Roundtable and Episode 56: All Things Summer Associate Recruiting.
To register, please click on the RSVP button below.
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DEADLINE EXTENDED | Hispanic Bar STL Mentorship
The Hispanic Bar Association St. Louis has extended the deadline for participating in its mentoring program. The program is meant to benefit underserved law students actively involved in the Hispanic/Latinx community. The new deadline is February 23. Click for more details.
To apply, Complete and submit the following attachments to the Hispanic Bar St. Louis and copy german@gonzalezherreralaw.com :
- Personal Statement (essay): The essay should not exceed one page, where you inform us about your involvement or interest in the Hispanic Community and what you expect from the program.
- Resume
- Optional: You may include up to two recommendation letters
The experts in the Career Center are eager to help you navigate career opportunities. Make an appointment via Symplicity or reach out to any of us.
YOU’RE INVITED! St. Louis Networking Opportunities | RSVP TODAY!
King & Spalding Hosts: “Finding Your Fit” Panel | 1.30.24 | RSVP Today!
Swing By This Semester – Meet with a PCA
There are many ways to engage with the Career Center; stopping by during Peer Career Advisor office hours is just one. here is our availability for the spring semester, hope to see you soon!
| Day | Time | PCA | Location |
| Monday | |||
| 10am – 1pm | Madeline Wingert | Career Center | |
| 12:20pm – 2:20pm | Elizabeth Potterf | Career Center | |
| 3pm – 4pm | Khalfani Maatuka | Career Center | |
| 3pm – 5pm | Shiza Francis | Career Center | |
| Tuesday | |||
| 10:30am – 12:30pm | Jennifer Risberg | Career Center | |
| 11am – 1pm | Aleece Hanson | Career Center | |
| 2pm – 4pm | Shiza Francis | Career Center | |
| 3:30pm – 6:30pm | Nicole Chandonnet | Virtual | |
| Wednesday | |||
| 10am – 1pm | TJ Powell | Career Center | |
| 2:30pm – 5pm | Celia Shen | Career Center | |
| Thursday | |||
| 10:30am – 12:30pm | Jennifer Risberg | Career Center | |
| 12:20pm – 2:20pm | Elizabeth Potterf | Career Center | |
| 2pm – 4pm | Shiza Francis | Career Center | |
| 3pm – 5pm | Madeline Wingert | Career Center | |
| Friday | |||
| 10am – 12pm | TJ Powell | Career Center | |
| 12pm – 3pm | Nicole Chandonnet | Career Center |
**Meet with Luke Gallion by appointment.
You’re invited to attend Service to School, Scholarship, and Success: A Pipeline Presentation by Haynes Boone |Jan. 31st
Join us for a panel discussion bringing together leaders from prominent Veterans Service Organizations to delve into the transformative journey from military service to educational attainment and career success. Whether you’re an internal team member interested in supporting our veteran initiatives or an external guest eager to learn and connect, this event is an opportunity to be part of a meaningful conversation. We look forward to your participation.
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Wednesday, Jan. 31 | 12 PM CT | Register | Decline
Haynes and Boone, LLP is an international corporate law firm with a cross-disciplinary team of nearly 700 lawyers providing a full spectrum of legal services to clients across the nation and around the world.
VIRTUALLY ATTEND! Intro to Practice Areas presented by Summer Associate Hub | Jan. 30
Summer Associate Hub – Introduction to Practice Areas for 1Ls – Tues, Jan 30 (and chance to win a free iPad)
If you are looking to learn more about what BigLaw practice areas mean as you approach the 1L and 2L recruiting process, please see the information below for a virtual event coming up, hosted by Summer Associate Hub and Hotshot.
Summer Associate Hub (popular free content/resource hub for 1Ls preparing for the BigLaw recruiting process) is hosting a fun and engaging Live Virtual Introduction to Practice Areas on Tuesday, January 30, 2024, at 7:30pm ET / 4:30pm PT, sponsored by Proskauer. Here is the link to RSVP: https://summerassociatehub.com/events/
All Summer Associate Hub signups will be entered into a raffle for a free iPad (drawing Feb 1)! And for each 1L classmate that you refer you get an additional raffle entry! After signing up, check your confirmation email for your unique referral link, and send it to your classmates!
During this live Intro to Practice Areas session, you’ll get a helpful and engaging overview of BigLaw practice areas, including M&A, Bankruptcy, Finance, Litigation, IP, and many others. This is a great way to prepare for law firm networking events and the 1L and 2L recruiting process: you’ll be more well-versed on what these terms means, learn what different types of attorneys do every day, and be better able to choose which practice areas interest you. There will also be raffles and free giveaways for free prizes and swag!
1.25.24 | In-Person 2L SPIP Info Session – See You There!
JOIN US | In-Person 2L Summer Public Interest Program Information Session
Join Assistant Director of Clerkships and Public Interest Merce’de Savala on Thursday, January 25 at 12PM in AB Hall 309 as she hosts an informational session for 2L students who will apply for funding through the Summer Public Interest Program.
The Summer Public Interest Program (SPIP) is part of WashULaw’s commitment to supporting students pursuing careers in the public sector. This program provides financial support to students who would otherwise be unable to work in unpaid public sector summer internships. The application for 2L candidates is open now and closes on Wednesday, March 20, 2024.
An eligible position is one in which you are:
- Working for the public interest in a legal, policy, legislative, or advocacy setting under legal supervision, and in a position where at least one year of law school is required; and
- Working for a non-profit organization, government office, or in a judicial externship/internship program; and
- Working in a position where you are not receiving payment intended to compensate you for work performed during the internship, whether from your place of employment or an outside funder.
RSVP on Symplicity.