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Vermont Law and Graduate School students have a passion for making a difference in the world, whether in traditional law firms or in law- and policy-related positions in a range of fields.

Our goal in career services is to help you realize your passion by developing a long-term plan that leads to a successful and meaningful career. Since each student’s job search is unique and deserving of personal attention, students work one-on-one with a counselor. We help you develop a personal strategic plan that includes coursework, hands-on experiential offerings, and work experience that will give you the background and skills necessary to succeed. We know that looking for a job is hard work and we have developed an approach that can help even the most apprehensive job seeker ease into a successful career.

JD AND LLM STUDENTS

What to expect from career services as a JD or LLM student:

  • Personal Career Counselor: You will work with a career and academic counselor who will work with you over the course of your time at VLGS.
  • Career Programming: Participate in a series of events and workshops throughout the year. Practice skills in a mock interview program in January of your 1L year (some interviews have led to summer jobs).
  • Application Materials: We will work with you to fine-tune your resume, cover letters, and other application materials
  • Academic and Career Schedule: We will help insure that your 2L and 3L academic schedule will support your long-term career goals.
  • On Campus and Virtual Interview Program: Participate in our spring on-campus interviewing program, when a number of employers from the area seek out JD students for summer positions.
  • Job Applications: Work with a counselor to submit applications to the jobs that are right for you.

MASTER'S STUDENTS

What to expect from career services as a master's student:

  • Personal Career Counselor: You will be assigned a career and academic counselor who will guide you over the course of your time at VLGS.
  • Career Programming: You will participate in events and panels throughout your time at VLGS.
  • Networking and Alumni Connections: You will have the opportunity to network with alumni and hear their career path stories.
  • Externship and Job Searches: Meet with your career/academic counselor to ensure that your academic choices support your career goals; explore externship options; develop a degree and career plan; and develop application materials.