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Office of Career Services. Foreign-Trained LL.M. Job Search Workshop 2013-2014. Objective. Timing Resources Strategy. Role of the OCS. Job search facilitators Craft effective correspondence Research employers Interview Network

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Office of Career Services

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  1. Office of Career Services Foreign-Trained LL.M. Job Search Workshop 2013-2014

  2. Objective Timing Resources Strategy

  3. Role of the OCS Job search facilitators • Craft effective correspondence • Research employers • Interview • Network It is up to you to use these skills and resources to find the perfect job for you

  4. Career Services Team Irene Dorzback, Assistant Dean Clara Solomon, Director Sejal Sanghvi, Career Counselor Laura Mowry, Program Coordinator Sara Rakita, Public Interest Law Center Amy Heading, Pro Bono Manager

  5. Using the OCS Register • CSM Profile • Principles of Professional Conduct • Job Search Workshop Communicate • CSM Announcements • CSM Job Listings • Career Docket • Online Calendar

  6. Familiarize Yourself with CSM • Diferent “Symplicity” systems for different programs: • CSM • ISIP • TIP

  7. Opportunities Provided by OCS • Career Panels & Programs • Alumni Panel & Employer Reception, October 12 • One-on-One Career Counseling Appointments • International Student Interview Program (ISIP) • Info Session September 26 • West Coast LLM Job Fair • Resume Directories • CSM Job Listings Don’t rely on these programs alone; use your network and other resources to supplement your job search!

  8. Job Market Snapshot % calculated from 121 students who reported employment in our survey

  9. The LL.M. Job Market International Student Interview Program Participation

  10. When Should I Start? • Most LL.M. students report finding jobs in April or later • Factors to Consider: • Geography • Market • Practice setting • Academic record • Prior legal training • Work experience • Language skills • Visa status • Contacts • LL.M. course load

  11. Pros and Cons of Hiring an LLM (Employer’s Perspective) PRO CON Foreign legal qualifications English language skills Immigration restrictions Bar exam restrictions Expectations for length of stay • Business & legal connections in home country • Expertise/experience in foreign law • Language skills

  12. Create a Job Search Plan To Do List: • Update your documents • Create a CSM Profile • Research employers of interest • Expand your network

  13. Update Your Resume • NYU format & style • Bar Status • Language Skills • Relevant Experience • Proofread!! • Resume Directory: • Deadline 10/28

  14. Additional Documents Cover Letter • “Skeleton” text • Personalized • Highlight skills • Write to partners • Be organized Writing Sample • 5-10 pages • Recent • Your writing References • 2-3 people • Reach out now Transcripts • Unofficial • Photocopy/pdf • NYU guidelines

  15. Basic Job Search Resources • LL.M. Job Search Handbook • Employer Research Websites • www.martindale.com • www.nalpdirectory.com • See checklist in Handbook • CSM and Resources on the OCS Website • LL.M. Tip Sheets • Web videos of past panels & programs

  16. Networking Why? What? Who? How?

  17. Informational Interviewing &Networking Tips • Research in advance • Use NYU professors • Make it “easy” • DON’T ask “is your organization hiring?” • Use references to your advantage in the interview process Sample Organizations • ABA International Section • NYC Bar Association Young Lawyers Connect & International Committee • New York State Bar Association International Section • NYU Investment Law Forum • Council on the Americas • South Asian Bar Association of New York/French American Bar Association • Consulates/Embassies, etc. • Pro Bono opportunities through NYU

  18. Professionalism • Principles of Professional Conduct • Online Persona • Headhunters

  19. Using the OCS • Career Counseling Appointments • Review all materials first • Call 212-998-6090 or come to FH 430 • Send resume, transcripts, LLM Intake form in advance • Drop-Ins available Wednesday from 4:00-5:00

  20. Reminders Careers for Foreign Trained Lawyers (ELCA/FABA) September 18 NYC Bar International Student Reception, October 1 ISIP Information Session, October 10 Global Advantage Panel & Reception, October 23 ISIP Bidding Deadline, November 4 Resume Directory Deadline, November 4

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