Conditions of Participation
Eligibility to apply for positions through this Scheme may depend on the stage of your law degree you are at. Read the Conditions of Participation available from the Careers Centre for eligibility requirements and the conditions of participation applicable to both applicants and employers. If you require clarification contact the Careers Centre or the relevant firm directly for advice.
Application Process
Each of the participating firms has a different method of receiving applications. Some require you to submit an online Law Employment Application form via cvMail (www.cvmail.com.au) or directly through their firm website while others request a hard copy sent directly to the firm. A list of all participating employers and their application processes is available from the Careers Centre.
NSW/ACT 2009 Graduate Employment Scheme Deadlines:
Applications Open: Wednesday 4 March
Applications Close: Friday 17 April
Interviews Commence: Monday 11 May
Offers Can Be Made: Friday 12 June
Offers Must Be Declined/Accepted: Friday 19 June
NSW/ACT 2009 Summer Clerkship Scheme Deadlines:
Applications Open: Wednesday 1 July
Applications Close: Friday 31 July
Interviews Commence: Monday 31 August
Offers Can Be Made: Friday 9 October
Offers Must Be Declined/Accepted: Wednesday 14 October
Graduate and Summer Clerkship Employment in other States
Many employment opportunities in other States and Territories are offered through similar State-based coordinated employment schemes. Application closing dates and processes for firms participating in the Schemes will differ between States and Territories.
Register on cvMail (www.cvmail.com.au) for information on participating firms and Scheme deadlines for different States or contact firms in specific states directly.
Employment Opportunities with other Firms and Organisations
Only a small number of firms undertake recruitment through this formal scheme. Many other companies and government organisations actively recruit law graduates, and offer vacation/summer clerkship opportunities. Application procedures and deadlines will differ for each. Always check company websites and promotional literature for the most current information about employment opportunities.
Many smaller firms do not participate in a formal employment program but will still offer various employment opportunities to students and graduates. You should contact these firms directly for information on the employment opportunities available.
