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THANK YOU NOTES & NETWORKING

April 07, 2008 • Susan Good

From the email FAQ pile: Do I still need to send a thank you note after an interview? Do I need to send a thank you note after just an informational interview? Yes, yes, yes! Usually, an emailed note is sufficient, especially for a screening interview. Informational interviews are used…

RECOMMENDATION LETTERS, REFERENCES & NETWORKING

March 18, 2008 • Susan Good

Rarely are law students asked to provide full letters of recommendation with their application materials. Of course, the major exceptions to this rule are judicial clerkship and fellowship applications. However, you will need references with almost every application. Make sure to keep those serving as your references updated on your…

FACULTY RECOMMENDERS

March 10, 2008 • Susan Good

Our faculty are very interested in helping students with their job searches and they are more than willing to write letters of recommendation. Help them out by: • Talking to them in person about a letter of recommendation. Bring along your resume and be ready to talk about your career…

INTERESTED IN PATENT LAW?

March 03, 2008 • Susan Good

The Practicing Law Institute has scheduled a Web audio briefing about patent law and the patent bar for Tuesday, March 4 at 1 p.m. Eastern.

Networking with IRISHONLINE

February 25, 2008 • Susan Good

Did you know that as a law student you have full access to the alumni database, IrishOnline?

TRY THIS WEBSITE: Juju.com

February 20, 2008 • Susan Good

Juju.com is a great website for different legal internships (www.juju.com).

Clerkships on your mind?

February 19, 2008 • Susan Good

Clerkship opportunities turn up at all times. Make sure to keep an eye on OSCAR as well as the active postings on Symplicity.

Interested in Health Law?

February 15, 2008 • Susan Good

If you are interested in health law, check out the NEW US Department of Health & Human Services PAID internship in the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention. There are also unpaid opportunities in the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Please check out the Government Honors & Internship Handbook…

Environmental Law Opportunities

February 14, 2008 • Susan Good

The US Environmental Protection Agency ‘s Office of Enforcement & Compliance Assurance has an application deadline of Wednesday, February 20th. While the majority of positions are unpaid, they do anticipate being able to fund a few students. Please see the Government Honors & Internship Handbook for additional details….

2008 LOYOLA PATENT LAW INTERVIEW PROGRAM

February 04, 2008 • Susan Good

The 2008 Loyola Patent Law Interview Program will be held on Thursday, July 31 and Friday, August 1, 2008. This is a nationwide interview program that targets patent law employers, second and third year J.D. students and L.L.M. students with engineering and/or technical science academic backgrounds. Last year 150 patent…

Cover Letter Workshop

January 23, 2008 • Susan Good

Make your cover letter stand out from the crowd. Learn what makes a good cover letter and what common mistakes to avoid. January 24 in Room 121 at 12:15…

Detroit, Colorado, or Cleveland?

January 21, 2008 • Susan Good

Interested in any of these locations for summer 2008? These cities still have Alumni Funded Fellowship positions available. The application is now due Tuesday, January 22, and can be found here on the CSO website….

New Clerkships in OSCAR for Fall 2008

January 21, 2008 • Susan Good

The Honorable James Ware, San Jose CA The Honorable Danny Reeves, Frankfort, KY See Symplicity for details!...

Pro Bono Reception

January 21, 2008 • Susan Good

Please join the local bench and bar and the Law School community on Wednesday, January 23 from 4:30-6:00 p.m. in the Student Lounge to celebrate Pro Bono at Notre Dame Law School. This is your opportunity to find out about the latest in local pro bono opportunities and meet local…