Job resources for students and alumni
The Career Services Office's mission is to help students with their search for a fulfilling career. Because there are so many different types of legal jobs, we will help you find the one that is the right fit for you. This search can begin before you start law school. We are happy to speak with prospective students about law school and careers for lawyers.
Finding the right fit is a process that is on–going through–out your law school career. As students gain more hands–on experience, they are better able to define which areas of practice are of interest to them. Frequently, this insight changes the original course of their job search and provides them with valuable information in finding the job that is the right one for them. The Career Services staff is here to help guide students on that new path, or redefine the old one.
Individual AttentionStaff members are available to meet with students for individual counseling. A counseling session may be used to review resumes and cover letters, strategize about summer and full time jobs and brainstorm on developing contacts and building the student's network.
Workshops and Programs
The Career Services Office presents over thirty programs and workshops during the academic year. Topics include writing an effective cover letter and resume, meeting informally with practicing attorneys and learning how to fill out a bar application.
Opportunities for Legal Experience
Franklin Pierce Law Center teaches its students substantive law but it also goes a step further in offering numerous opportunities for students to gain practical skills. Many of our students take advantage of the clinical opportunities available as well as Pierce Law's externship program, which allows students to earn credit by working with lawyers in a variety of legal settings. Learn more about the externship program.
On–Campus Interview Program
Throughout the year, employers come on campus to interview students. While the majority of the employers who interview are private law firms, government agencies and corporations also participate. During the fall of 2006, 30 employers conducted over 188 interviews.
Cradle to Grave Service
Because the process of finding meaningful work is often a life–time endeavor, our commitment to Franklin Pierce Law Center students does not end at graduation. We continue to work on an individual basis with any graduate who needs help with their job search.
Alumni - Summary of Services
Career Counseling
Alumni are welcome to schedule an appointment to talk about career planning and job searching techniques. To schedule an appointment with a career counselor, please call 603.228.1541 x1182 or email Maryanne Aspell at maspell@piercelaw.edu. We are also available to speak with you via the telephone if that is more convenient.
Posting a Job with Career Services
If you are looking to hire a law clerk, summer associate or new associate, we can help. We offer three recruiting options:
On Campus Interviews
We encourage you to come on campus to interview our students. Students cannot bid for interviews, the employer selects whom they want to interview. The process is as follows:
- Employers contact us and request an interview date, and send us a completed registration form.
- We collect the application materials the employer requests from students and send them to the employer 7-10 days before the interview date.
- The employer selects the students they wish to interview and notifies us of their choices.
- A final interview schedule is faxed to the employer prior to the interview date.
Resume Collection
We list the employers' job requirements and ask students to submit their application materials to Career Services by a certain date. After the deadline, the applications are mailed in one group to the employer.
Resume Direct
We list the employers' job requirements and ask students to submit their application materials to the employer by a certain date.
Recruiting Request Form
Reciprocity
As a member of the National Association of Law Placement, we are able to request reciprocity to other law schools which provides reasonable access to their career resources such as job postings. To request reciprocity, please email maspell@piercelaw.edu.
Franklin Pierce Law Center's Reciprocity Policy
Resume and Cover Letter Review
We are available to review your resume and cover letter and provide helpful suggestions. Please email maspell@piercelaw.edu to take advantage of this service.
ABOUT US
What To Expect
The Career Services staff at Franklin Pierce Law Center offers advice and resources to students and alums throughout the job search process.
Office Hours Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Career Services Staff Members
Mary Sheffer, Assistant Dean and Co-Director, msheffer@piercelaw.edu
Paula Harris, Assistant Director, pharris@piercelaw.edu
Mary Anne Aspell, Administrative Assistant, maspell@piercelaw.edu
Contact Us
Career Services Office
Franklin Pierce Law Center
2 White Street
Concord, NH 03301
Phone: (603) 228-1541
Fax: (603) 228-5682
Email: careerservices@piercelaw.edu
