Graduate and Law Student Handbook 2025-26

Career Development Center The Career Development Center supports all University of San Diego students and alumni in developing and achieving career goals that lead to meaningful lives. Whether you are exploring options for your future, applying for jobs, further advancing your education, networking, or practicing for an interview, the center has resources and tools that can help prepare you for your career. The Career Development team guides students as they explore majors and define purposeful career paths, teaching students how to articulate their strengths and provide opportunities to build professional networks. sandiego.edu/careers Job and internship search tools sandiego.edu/careers/graduate/ grad-resources.php ▪ Handshake ▪ CareerShift ▪ GoinGlobal ▪ Immigrants Rising ▪ Interstride ▪ Industry-Specific Job Search Resources The Knauss School of Business and the School of Law offer supplemental career development support offices for their student and alumni groups. youtube.com/ watch?v=UnyhWVJzn_w TEAM The Torero Employer and Alumni Mentors ( TEAM ) platform was created as a way for USD alumni, students, parents, faculty, employees and employers to connect virtually. Through its vibrant network, in person and flash mentoring, as well as career opportunities are shared to support Toreros. Discussion boards also let Toreros ask questions

and exchange ideas. View this informational overview about TEAM . This platform supports: ▪ Finding mentors/mentees ▪ Identifying/sharing job listings ▪ Joining affinity groups ▪ Posting/answering discussion questions Office of Career and Professional Development (Law) The Office of Career and Professional Development works closely with students and alumni to offer career guidance and support for in-school and post-graduate employment. The office also works closely with all types of employers to meet their ever-changing hiring needs. sandiego.edu/law/careers USD law students have access to hundreds of resources and programs to help them gain legal experience while attending law school. To help students explore the possibilities, the Office of Career and Professional Development provides myriad services, such as the Field Placement Program, Spring Recruiting Program and job fairs, and pro bono work. Additionally, many of our law student volunteer opportunities are arranged by the Office of Career and Professional Development

and through our various student organizations.

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