Student Career Support
OsgoodePD provides a number of valuable services and student career support to degree and diploma students. These services are led by experts who are available to assist you on your professional journey and offer opportunities to expand your professional network.
Counselling
Explore a comprehensive suite of career support services through OsgoodePD Student Services. In addition to one-on-one advising appointments available during both daytime and evening hours, in-person and online, we offer engaging workshops and seminars designed to enhance your career readiness. Our experts can assist with resume and cover letter review, conduct mock interviews and provide invaluable insights into effective job search strategies. With OsgoodePD Student Services, you’ll have access to a holistic approach to career development, equipping you with the tools and knowledge needed to succeed in today’s competitive legal landscape.
Networking Events
As degree or diploma student you’ll have access to a wide variety of networking opportunities. Whether you’re interested in attending academic conferences, annual professional symposiums, speaker series or more casual social mixers, you will find opportunities to broaden your professional network in your specialized field.
Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
Licensed lawyers can complete their annual CPD requirements while completing their degree. All our courses are eligible for 12 Substantive hours through the Law Society of Ontario, and many courses are eligible for Professionalism, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion or diversity hours. If you’re from another Canadian jurisdiction, it’s as simple as getting in touch with our CPD team – we’ll connect with your provincial law society to determine equivalency.
Job Postings
As a degree student, you’ll have exclusive access to an extensive array of job postings through Osgoode’s career services. Our platform not only connects you with prestigious law firms actively seeking talent but also provides opportunities across diverse legal sectors including corporate law, public interest law, government agencies, and more. OsgoodePD student career support team continuously curates job postings, ensuring that you have access to the latest opportunities that align with your academic pursuits and career aspirations. Beyond our portal, you can leverage our partnerships with leading job search websites, including Indeed, Jooble, and Eluta, expanding your search horizon to encompass a broader spectrum of legal roles and industries.
Complimentary and Discounted CLE Programs
OsgoodePD offers a broad range of continuing legal education (CLE)/professional development (PD) courses. Taking a PD course is a great way to get timely information on an emerging area of the law, policy updates or to meet your CPD requirements. As an LLM student, you’re eligible for one complimentary CLE program per academic year as well as a student/alumni discount. (For more information on the policy consult MyOsgoodePD or contact our registration department.)
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