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.

There are many opportunities with legal employers who do not actively recruit law students. The size or geographical location of the firm, the perception of the firm that interested students will contact them directly, the type of practice, or funding structure, may all be factors in a firm's decision not to actively recruit. In the event you are interested in this type of employer, it will be necessary to do research and actively pursue articles.

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.

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.

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

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