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Launch your career with a post graduate fellowship

In this exciting fellowship program, you are given a unique opportunity to jump-start your legal career right after graduation. The fellowship guarantees a one-year position with a minimum salary of $40,000. This initiative is designed specifically to bridge the gap between academic achievements and professional practice, providing you with a solid foundation in your legal career.

How it works

If you're nearing graduation or have recently graduated, here's how you can get involved: Employers interested in hiring will reach out to our Professional Development Office with details about the available positions. The office will then match potential candidates with these opportunities. Once matched, you'll have the chance to interview with the employer, who will make the final hiring decision. If selected, your hiring details will be finalized, and you will begin your professional journey.
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Benefits for graduates

The Post Graduate Fellowship not only offers you a competitive salary but also provides invaluable hands-on experience in a real-world legal environment. This is a perfect chance to enhance your resume, build professional networks, and gain the practical skills necessary for a successful legal career. Additionally, there’s potential for employment continuation beyond the fellowship, depending on your performance and the employer’s needs.

Employer participation

Employers play a crucial role in this fellowship by providing full funding for your position and ensuring compliance with all applicable labor and employment laws. Employers interested in extending their relationship with you beyond the one-year term can negotiate directly for longer-term employment. This openness to extension offers you the possibility of continued professional growth and stability.
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Join the program

If you're interested in applying for the Post Graduate Fellowship or if you're an employer looking to fill a position, please contact Tammy King at our Professional Development Office at 785.670.1703 or using the email below. She will provide you with all the necessary information and guide you through the application process.