1L Diversity Program

Every year, a number of local firms sponsor 1L Minority/Diversity summer programs as part of their diversity efforts. Each program includes a paid position for the summer, and some also include a scholarship. These firms are looking for students who will diversify their firms in particular and the profession in general. There is no definition for minority or diversity; rather, you need to think about whether you fit what they are looking for, then make your case. (Think of it like a Legal Writing exercise.)

Evening students are eligible and have been selected in the past, but you must be able to accept a full-time job for at least six to eight consecutive weeks.

Upcoming events:

• There will be a Diversity 1L Student Reception at K&L Gates on , January 10, 2013 from 5:30 until 7:30. Dress is business professional. Diverse first-year law students are invited to meet representatives from the following local law firms and law schools. Business attire recommended. Hors d'oeuvres and beverages will be provided.  
• Program representatives from the Puget Sound Area Minority Clerkship Program will be on campus on Tuesday, January 15 from 5:00 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. in the Second Floor Gallery to talk about the program and answer questions about the application process. Dress is business casual.
• The Annual Diversity Fellowship Meet & Greet with individual firms will be on Tuesday, November 27, 2012 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. in the Second Floor Gallery. The event format will feature "table talk" and an opportunity to mingle with attorneys and recruiting representatives from firms hosting a 1L summer diversity fellowship. Dress is business professional.

Don't forget there are lots of people here who are happy to help you with your materials: past participants in these programs, and of course all of us in CPD.