Inside the Interviewer’s Mind: A workshop for 1Ls – RSVP Now for either February 17th or February 18th
1Ls — Ready to understand interviews the way employers do?
The Office of Career & Professional Development is excited to host an interactive workshop just for first-year law students:
🧠 Inside the Interviewer’s Mind
This is a hands-on, practical session — not a philosophical talk. Through guided activities and real examples, you’ll learn how interviewers evaluate candidates and how to respond with clarity and confidence.
What you’ll gain:
– Interactive exercises that mirror real interviews
– Practical strategies for answering common questions
– Insight into what interviewers listen for (and why)
– Feedback to help you improve on the spot
📍 Designed for 1Ls — no prior interview experience required.
📅 Tuesday, February 17 or Wednesday, February 18
(Identical workshops offered – pick the day that works best for you)
🕛 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
📍 Mann Lounge
RSVP Here for Tuesday, February 17th
RSVP Here for Wednesday, February 18th
If you want to build strong interview skills early and feel more confident walking into your first legal interview, this workshop is for you.
INSIDE THE INTERVIEWER’S MIND
Tuesday, February 17, 2026 • 12:00pm -1:00pm • Mann Lounge
RSVP: https://forms.office.com/r/7Q9dnjsh8e
Wednesday, February 18, 2026 • 12:00pm -1:00pm • Mann Lounge
RSVP: https://forms.office.com/r/fcwiDqMcCt
Thursday, February 19, 2026 • 12:00pm -1:00pm • Mann Lounge
RSVP: Inside the Interviewer’s Mind – February 19, 2026 – Fill out form
Inside the Interviewer’s Mind: A workshop for 1Ls – RSVP Now for either February 17th or February 18th
1Ls — Ready to understand interviews the way employers do?
The Office of Career & Professional Development is excited to host an interactive workshop just for first-year law students:
🧠 Inside the Interviewer’s Mind
This is a hands-on, practical session — not a philosophical talk. Through guided activities and real examples, you’ll learn how interviewers evaluate candidates and how to respond with clarity and confidence.
What you’ll gain:
– Interactive exercises that mirror real interviews
– Practical strategies for answering common questions
– Insight into what interviewers listen for (and why)
– Feedback to help you improve on the spot
📍 Designed for 1Ls — no prior interview experience required.
📅 Tuesday, February 17 or Wednesday, February 18
(Identical workshops offered – pick the day that works best for you)
🕛 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
📍 Great Hall (GH)
RSVP Here for Tuesday, February 17th
RSVP Here for Wednesday, February 18th
If you want to build strong interview skills early and feel more confident walking into your first legal interview, this workshop is for you.
Kozyak Summer Fellowship Fund
The Kozyak Summer Fellowship (KSSF) continues the legacy of the Kozyak Minority Mentoring Foundation, which for more than 15 years awarded $5,000 summer fellowships to minority and first-generation law students. These fellowships support students enrolled at Florida law schools or Florida residents attending law schools out of state.
KSSF provides financial assistance for unpaid internships with judges, nonprofit organizations, or government agencies offering opportunities that align with values of service, diversity, and fairness. Each fellow is paired with one or more mentors, gaining meaningful legal experience and building valuable professional connections.
In 2026, KSSF anticipates awarding 10–12 fellowships to outstanding students committed to making a difference in the legal profession.
The application deadline is March 15, 2026.
Guidelines: https://miamifoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/2026-KMMF-Fellowships-Guideline-2.pdf
Apply here: https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=miami
Inside the Interviewer’s Mind
Tuesday, February 17, 2026 • 12:00pm -1:00pm • Great Hall
RSVP: https://forms.office.com/r/7Q9dnjsh8e
Wednesday, February 18, 2026 • 12:00pm -1:00pm • Great Hall
RSVP: https://forms.office.com/r/fcwiDqMcCt
Inside the Interviewer’s Mind: A workshop for 1Ls – RSVP Now for either February 17th or February 18th
1Ls — Ready to understand interviews the way employers do?
The Office of Career & Professional Development is excited to host an interactive workshop just for first-year law students:
🧠 Inside the Interviewer’s Mind
This is a hands-on, practical session — not a philosophical talk. Through guided activities and real examples, you’ll learn how interviewers evaluate candidates and how to respond with clarity and confidence.
What you’ll gain:
– Interactive exercises that mirror real interviews
– Practical strategies for answering common questions
– Insight into what interviewers listen for (and why)
– Feedback to help you improve on the spot
📍 Designed for 1Ls — no prior interview experience required.
📅 Tuesday, February 17 or Wednesday, February 18
(Identical workshops offered – pick the day that works best for you)
🕛 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
📍 Great Hall (GH)
RSVP Here for Tuesday, February 17th
RSVP Here for Wednesday, February 18th
If you want to build strong interview skills early and feel more confident walking into your first legal interview, this workshop is for you.
INSIDE THE INTERVIEWER’S MIND
Tuesday, February 17, 2026 • 12:00pm -1:00pm • Great Hall
RSVP: https://forms.office.com/r/7Q9dnjsh8e
Wednesday, February 18, 2026 • 12:00pm -1:00pm • Great Hall
RSVP: https://forms.office.com/r/fcwiDqMcCt
Inside the Interviewer’s Mind: A workshop for 1Ls RSVP Now for either February 17th or February 18th
1Ls — Ready to understand interviews the way employers do?
The Office of Career & Professional Development is excited to host an interactive workshop just for first-year law students:
🧠 Inside the Interviewer’s Mind
This is a hands-on, practical session — not a philosophical talk. Through guided activities and real examples, you’ll learn how interviewers evaluate candidates and how to respond with clarity and confidence.
What you’ll gain:
– Interactive exercises that mirror real interviews
– Practical strategies for answering common questions
– Insight into what interviewers listen for (and why)
– Feedback to help you improve on the spot
📍 Designed for 1Ls — no prior interview experience required.
📅 Tuesday, February 17 or Wednesday, February 18
(Identical workshops offered – pick the day that works best for you)
🕛 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
📍 Great Hall (GH)
RSVP Here for Tuesday, February 17th
RSVP Here for Wednesday, February 18th
If you want to build strong interview skills early and feel more confident walking into your first legal interview, this workshop is for you.
Kozyak Summer Fellowship Fund
The Kozyak Summer Fellowship (KSSF) continues the legacy of the Kozyak Minority Mentoring Foundation, which for more than 15 years awarded $5,000 summer fellowships to minority and first-generation law students. These fellowships support students enrolled at Florida law schools or Florida residents attending law schools out of state.
KSSF provides financial assistance for unpaid internships with judges, nonprofit organizations, or government agencies offering opportunities that align with values of service, diversity, and fairness. Each fellow is paired with one or more mentors, gaining meaningful legal experience and building valuable professional connections.
In 2026, KSSF anticipates awarding 10–12 fellowships to outstanding students committed to making a difference in the legal profession.
The application deadline is March 15, 2026.
Guidelines: https://miamifoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/2026-KMMF-Fellowships-Guideline-2.pdf
Apply here: https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=miami
Kozyak Summer Fellowship Fund
The Kozyak Summer Fellowship (KSSF) continues the legacy of the Kozyak Minority Mentoring Foundation, which for more than 15 years awarded $5,000 summer fellowships to minority and first-generation law students. These fellowships support students enrolled at Florida law schools or Florida residents attending law schools out of state.
KSSF provides financial assistance for unpaid internships with judges, nonprofit organizations, or government agencies offering opportunities that align with values of service, diversity, and fairness. Each fellow is paired with one or more mentors, gaining meaningful legal experience and building valuable professional connections.
In 2026, KSSF anticipates awarding 10–12 fellowships to outstanding students committed to making a difference in the legal profession.
The application deadline is March 15, 2026.
Guidelines: https://miamifoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/2026-KMMF-Fellowships-Guideline-2.pdf
Apply here: https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=miami
Home for the Holidays, Holland & Knight 1L Reception
Tampa | Tuesday, January 6, 2026 | 5:30pm
Jacksonville | Wednesday, January 7, 2026 | 5:30pm
| We are pleased to welcome members of the J.D. Class of 2028 to celebrate the New Year and recognize the successful completion of your first semester of law school. This reception will offer an excellent opportunity to learn more about Holland & Knight’s culture and practice areas while enjoying meaningful conversations in a relaxed, professional setting. Light refreshments will be served as you connect with peers and members of our team. Space is limited, so please RSVP below and let us know if you plan to attend in Tampa or Jacksonville. | |
| Where: | Holland & Knight 100 North Tampa Street Suite 4100 Tampa, Florida 33602 |
| Date/Time: | Tuesday, January 6, 2026 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. ET Please register online by December 26. |
| Where: | Holland & Knight 50 North Laura Street Suite 3900 Jacksonville, Florida 32202 |
| Date/Time: | Wednesday, January 7, 2026 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. ET Please register online by December 26. |
| Please Note: If you have questions about Holland & Knight’s 1L Florida Mentoring Program, please reach out to Precillia Soares. | |
You’re Invited: Stinson’s Virtual View of Law Firm Life
All first-year law students are invited to join either or both sessions of our virtual View of Law Firm Life program. The programs are an opportunity to help 1Ls considering large firm summer programs by providing insights into about practicing law at Stinson, the firm’s well-being and diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, and our 1L summer associate positions.
- Session 1 | Thursday, December 18th from 3:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. CT
- This session will include a practitioner panel and our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Team.
- Session 2 | Tuesday, December 23rd from 3:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. CT
- This session will include our Director of Well-Being and Recruiting Tips/Stinson’s 2026 1L opportunities.
Students who are interested can register for either or both sessions by click this link. Registrants will receive a Zoom link prior to the event. Students can also register to request a video recording of the program if they are unavailable to attend live.
Lowndes 1L Open House
Judicial Clerkship – Introduction and How To
A Judicial Clerkship serves as the capstone experience to your legal education. Post-graduate judicial clerkships are generally one- or two-year positions, although some are longer, that involve working closely with the judiciary. Judicial Clerks are found in almost all judicial chambers, and these positions range in their level of competitiveness. Serving as a Judicial Clerk after graduation is an incredible and highly prestigious opportunity to launch your career while gaining invaluable legal experience.
Securing one of these opportunities requires careful planning and informed decision-making in their pursuit. If this sounds interesting or intriguing to you, join the Office of Career and Professional Development for a detailed overview of what clerking entails, how to maximize your opportunities in law school, and strategies for landing a clerkship post-graduation.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025
12:00pm – 1:00pm
F&R Courtroom
Lunch Provided
Community Connections 9.24.2025
A one-stop shop for all the questions you didn’t know you needed to ask.
Meet law school departments, law firms, student organizations, and community groups ready to share insights, secrets, tips, and maybe even a few shortcuts.
Ask the questions you already have and discover other questions perhaps you should be asking.
When: Wednesday, Sep. 24 from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm
Where: Great Hall & Mann Lounge
Come for the answers, stay for the connections, Mazzaro’s lunch, and new ideas for the year ahead.
Community Connections 9.24.2025
A one-stop shop for all the questions you didn’t know you needed to ask.
Meet law school departments, law firms, student organizations, and community groups ready to share insights, secrets, tips, and maybe even a few shortcuts.
Ask the questions you already have and discover other questions perhaps you should be asking.
When: Wednesday, Sep. 24 from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm
Where: Great Hall & Mann Lounge
Come for the answers, stay for the connections, Mazzaro’s lunch, and new ideas for the year ahead.
Community Connections 9.24.2025
A one-stop shop for all the questions you didn’t know you needed to ask.
Meet law school departments, law firms, student organizations, and community groups ready to share insights, secrets, tips, and maybe even a few shortcuts.
Ask the questions you already have and discover other questions perhaps you should be asking.
When: Wednesday, Sep. 24 from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm
Where: Great Hall & Mann Lounge
Come for the answers, stay for the connections, Mazzaro’s lunch, and new ideas for the year ahead.
Community Connections 9.24.2025
Community Connections 9.24.2025
Community Connections 9.24.2025
September Public Interest Newsletter
In case you missed it! Download the Public Interest Newsletter (below) for information about some of the latest pro bono, internship, and post-graduate opportunities in the public interest and public service fields.
Bay Area Legal Services Legal Intern Program
Invitation to Attend GEBA CLE Tomorrow 5/13/25 on Board Certifications and Special Designations
Federal Judges Association – Stetson Law Clerkship Chat – 12:00pm on March 26 – ZOOM
A Judicial Clerkship serves as the capstone experience to your legal education – these opportunities require careful planning and informed decision-making in their pursuit. You now have an opportunity to hear directly from sitting judges on what they ask their clerks to do, how to apply for positions, and the keys to interview strategy
The Federal Judges Association is hosting a Clerkship Chat, exclusive to Stetson and featuring The Hon. Mary Scriven, and the Hon. Christopher Tuite of the US Middle District of Florida (Tampa), and the Hon. Grace Robson of the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Middle District of Florida, Tampa. The panel chat and Q&A will be moderated by the Hon. Robin Rosenbaum of the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals.
This program affords a rare view into the judicial clerkship experience and application – we hope to have you join us.
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
12:00pm – 1:00pm
Zoom
Join Zoom Meeting
https://stetson-edu.zoom.us/j/93760967124?pwd=HwvSncccpgi1Cv2b2scGdphdRBVbsx.1
Meeting ID: 937 6096 7124
Passcode: 980241
RSVP here and submit questions: https://forms.office.com/r/gy0j1u4cYJ
Contact Ryan Hoyle, Senior Associate Director, Office of Career and Professional Development with questions
[email protected]
NYC Career Trek – Spring Break 2025 – Apply Now
Applications are now being accepted for the NYC Career Trek, taking place over Spring Break 2025!
Hosted by Career Development in collaboration with Professor Andrew Appleby, this program gives students the opportunity to explore career pathways in the city of New York. Over spring break, students travel to NYC to connect with alumni, visit several employers each day, and experience what work-life is like in this exciting city. This year’s trip will be led by Professor Andrew Appleby and Associate Director Stephanie Storke. Anticipated dates of travel: Monday, March 17-20, 2025.
How to Apply:
- Deadline: December 18, 2024
- Application Link: https://forms.office.com/r/Li1XDYxMeF
- Learn More: https://intranet.stetson.edu/law/career/materials/nyc-career-trek.php
This program is open to all students interested in exploring a variety of career pathways, including law firms and careers in public service. If you have any questions, please contact Stephanie Storke at [email protected].