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Create Your Unique Career Strategy
To make the most of your job search, be sure to contact the Career Services Office at 937-299-3215 or at CSO@udayton.edu to set up your appointment to assist you in creating a career strategy.
Get Prepared
First Things First
Crafting a Successful Strategy
Write Your Drafts
Not all resumes and cover letters are right for a legal career
Create drafts of a legal resume and cover letter utilizing the samples given in the Resume and Cover Letter Writing Guide
Stay on Target
Where do you want to work?
Make a list of areas of law as well as geographical areas of interest to target your job search.
Get Expert Feedback
Take advantage of Dayton Law resources
Make an appointment with the Career Services Office at 937-229-3215 or by email at CSO@udayton.edu. Director Tim Swensen, or Assistant Director Julie Jackson, can review your resume and cover letter as well as discuss your job search strategy.
Build Your References
Get the details
Gather references’ contact information and approval for your professional list of references.
See also: Networking Tips
Get Your Transcripts
Undergraduate and Law
Obtain undergraduate and law transcripts. Keep the originals and make copies for employers who request either one or both of them. You may contact the Registrar for your official School of Law transcripts.
Prepare Your Writing Sample
Time to show off
Get your writing sample ready, a legal writing paper of your choice that is typically 5-10 pages long, should an employer request a copy.Advice on Interviewing and Networking from Steve Geise
Advice on Interviewing and Networking
"During my career, I have interviewed more than 500 law students," said Steven N. Geise, partner at Jones Day. "Those formal interviews are not the best way to network. You have to do more."
Read MoreMake the Connection
Networking is Key
Read: Networking Tips. Experts say 80% of all jobs are landed through networking.
Attend one of the many networking opportunities provided by Dayton Law: Check out coming events.
Connect with the Dayton Law community: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn
Ace the Interview
Interviewing Tips: What to wear, what to bring and what to have in your portfolio.
Interviewing Questions: Be prepared and practice.
Career Services Office
Phone: 937-229-3215 Email: CSO@udayton.edu