CareerCon: Law & Legal Professions brings together employers and law schools who are actively recruiting for internships, full-time roles, and advanced degree opportunities in law, legal services, public safety, civil service, policy, and related fields.
This event is for all John Jay students (undergraduate and graduate) and alumni in every major and degree program and at any stage of their career journey. Whether you are just starting to explore or are ready to apply, CareerCon will give you the insight, connections, and tools to move forward.
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What you will do at CareerCon
- Visit nearly 90 employer and law school tables to learn about available opportunities and speak directly with recruiters as well as admissions representatives
- Attend panel discussions to hear first-hand insights from industry experts and alumni
- Network with alumni and professionals across law, policy, and public service sectors
- Take part in speed resume review sessions to get immediate feedback from career professionals
What you gain by attending
- An understanding of career paths in law, legal services, public safety, civil service, and policy, and how your skills and interests align
- One-on-one time with employer and admissions representatives who are actively recruiting and want to connect with John Jay talent
- Insider knowledge from alumni and industry professionals about what employers and graduate programs are seeking
- Real-time resume feedback and professional guidance on how to stand out in competitive fields
- Valuable connections that can lead to internships, full-time roles, and admission into graduate programs
- Access to alumni across the industry and field
CareerCon is your opportunity to make strategic connections, gain insider knowledge, and leave with the clarity and confidence to take your next step in law and legal professions.
