Finding Work: Recruitment

Information regarding job postings may be found in the Job Postings section of the College of Law Career Services website, or the national directory. As well, you should review individual firm websites and visit the Career Office for other resources.

Consider all possibilities

Don’t forget, great opportunities exist with legal employers who do not actively recruit law students. Some firms don’t actively recruit for reasons related to their size or geographical location, a belief that interested students will contact them directly, their type of practice or funding structure. In the event you are interested in this type of employer, it will be necessary to do research and actively pursue articles. Find some additional information in "Searching for Articles with Firms that Don't Actively Recruit".

Review "Finding the Right Fit", information prepared by a former third-year law student, for some additional ideas.  

Summer firm jobs

Summering at a law firm provides innumerable opportunities. You will gain invaluable information about the practice of law to assist you in making an informed decision about your career path. As well, you will increase your marketability and gain connections in the legal field. In the event that you are interested in working in centres such as Vancouver, Toronto, Calgary, Edmonton, Saskatoon or Regina you should seriously consider summer employment to assist you in these competitive markets. Review "Recruitment and Strategy with Summer" for further information.  

Know the process

Once you have an idea of the jurisdiction in which you wish to practice, you will need to familiarize yourself with the recruitment process and general procedures of that region. This section of our website can help you in that regard.

Beyond recruitment rules, recruitment periods, application procedures, deadline dates, interview dates and rules regarding offers and how long they are open, it is important to be aware of the particular Law Society’s rules and Bar Association’s procedures, local practices, and the Code of Professional Conduct. Use the information provided by the Career Office as a guide only. Always check the direct source for correct and complete information. Professionalism is very important during the recruitment process – it is essential for you to be comfortable with the process and procedures.

Any employment opportunity you pursue is a building block in your career. Consider your options carefully and take action with your future in mind.