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Sparke Helmore Careers Blog
The UTS LSS Sparke Helmore Careers Blog provides supplementary information to our annual publications to provide careers related resources for all law students.
Launched in 2023, the Careers Blog was founded with the intention to provide a platform for students to share their Career insights and promote student engagement within the LSS. The topics discussed in the Careers Blog range from networking, volunteering, wellbeing and the realities of studying law as a first-generation law student.
For additional information, feel free to read our annual Clerkship and Career Guides!
We would like to formally thank the Careers (Publications) Subcommittee for their contributions to the Blog.
Are you wondering what you will do once you leave law school? Are you feeling unsure? In this article, Joshua writes about how to get a step closer to finding to your career passion.
How to Put Yourself Out there During Networking Events
Are you going to your first networking event and you are not sure what to speak about? In this article, Akhila explores how to become a professional networker.
Working In House vs Private Practice
Are you wondering what the difference between working in private practice and in-house is? In this article, Samiksha highlights the pros and cons of working in private practice and in-house.
Volunteering how can it help us?
Volunteering is an fun and great initiative to get involved in, but did you know it can also help you connect with people? In this article, Mahima discusses the positive impacts volunteering has for law students.
Are you a first-generation university student? Is the concept of networking daunting to you? In this article, Clairessa highlights the hurdles face when networking as a first-generation university student and some tips and tricks on how to navigate the world of networking.
How do we develop good work habits? How do we strive towards our career goals? In this article, Nipun discusses how small changes to our daily routine can positively enhance our workflow in the long term.
How to Stand Out as an Applicant for Clerkships & Graduate Positions
Applying for clerkships and graduate positions can be a daunting and long process. In this article, Mohammad discusses how to stand out as an applicant and how to put your best foot forward.
Volunteering can add value to your resume – and helps the community…
Are you weighing up whether you should engage in volunteer work? In this article, Olga highlights the importance and benefits of volunteering in building your resume and enhancing your skills.
Volunteering, not just to your resume
Have you ever wondered the important of volunteering on you as a law student? In this article, Jessica discusses how volunteering is not just important for your resume but also for your wellbeing.
The Life of a First Year Student
Being a first-year law student can be the most daunting experience in your law journey. In this article, Rabab explores their own personal experience and provides helpful tips for first-year students.
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Allens Diverse-Abilities Blog
The UTS LSS Allens Diverse–Abilities Blog shares the lived experiences of fellow graduates and students identifying with a disability and marks the start of ongoing conversations about having a disability within today’s society, in particular, within the legal community.
Disability is inclusive of those that are physical and invisible to the eye. From physical impairments to psychological and neurotic tendencies, disability stands on a wide spectrum and is often 80% of the time unidentifiable at first glance.
UTS law student Angus* shares their experiences navigating accessibility challenges in legal education, emphasizing the importance of proactive inclusion and the need to dismantle systemic barriers.
UTS law student Kerry* discusses the ongoing barriers to accessibility in legal education and the profession, highlighting the need for systemic change, empathy, and proactive inclusion.
UTS law student Alex* sheds light on the ableism embedded in legal studies and the profession, sharing their experiences with unrealistic expectations, burnout culture, and the importance of community support.
UTS Law student Sam* shares their experiences identifying as a disabled law student, the challenges of accessibility in the legal profession, and the power of community in overcoming isolation.