For most law students, the prospect of finding a job is often overwhelming, time consuming and confusing. Law Career Services offers a variety of resources to help you navigate from one stage to the next as you move through your law school experience.

Not sure where to start? Then take the first easy step by making an advising appointment with Law Career Services. Plan to attend LCS and PILCS-sponsored events, workshops and information sessions throughout the academic year.

Ready to start exploring the legal marketplace? Start networking today and consider tapping into the world of professional associations. We’ve developed a list of helpful job search links that cover legal job listings, legal information sources, legal temporary agencies, general job listings and other helpful sites.

Law school alumni are often extremely valuable sources of information and networking possibilities. Your ties to Santa Clara give you both something in common; often that’s enough to initiate a telephone or e-mail conversation. You can find SCU alumni by using the online alumni database where you can search law school graduates by practice area and geography.

When you’re ready to start applying for positions, consult the many LCS handouts to assist you with developing your legal resume, drafting a cover letter and polishing up your writing sample. Then check out the SCU job listings online at SCU Law Jobs. Consider participating in the On Campus Interview program in the fall.

Judicial Clerkship Information

You've received a job offer and may need to negotiate your salary. If you are a graduating 3L or 4L, once you’ve accepted your offer you should let LCS know about your permanent position by completing a graduation survey.