The Law School’s recruiting season is about to begin. Bidding on OCI scheduled to open on Monday, July 6th, which means that e-mails from Career Services are beginning to fill my inbox. On Monday, Assistant Dean Montoya distributed an e-mail to members of the Class of 2010 which included, among other things, this vague summary of market conditions:
Summer clerkship classes this year are generally smaller, potentially positioning fewer of our 3Ls for associate offers through clerkship programs. Offer rates from summer clerkships may be lower generally, and offers may be made much later after the clerkship than in the past several years. These conditions suggest that more 3Ls will participate in Fall OCI this year. With fewer employers seeking 3Ls, it is more important than ever that you not rely exclusively on the OCI program for employment opportunities. Career counselors can help you formulate and execute a broader job search strategy more tailored to your specific goals, interests and priorities.
Thank you, Captain Obvious.
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