Mitchell Hamline School of Law recently hosted Meet the Employers, a networking event bringing together dozens of employers and alumni and more than 100 law students across all years to develop meaningful connections.
The 38 employers that attended the open house represented a variety of industries, practice areas, and career opportunities, including law firms large and small, public defenders, county attorneys, health care, military, nonprofits, the judicial branch, and more.
Sprawling across the first floor of the law school building, Meet the Employers was the largest networking event ever hosted by Mitchell Hamline’s Career and Professional Development office.
“The CPD team was excited about the turnout at the event, and the energy both the employers and students created through their connections,” said Amy Klugherz, assistant dean of career and professional development. “This year’s event more than tripled the participation of recent years, which is a great signal of what this year’s central hiring season can bring for our students.”
CPD, whose mission is to empower students and alumni to maximize their professional potential, aims to introduce students to career opportunities tailored to their individualized goals. Meet the Employers not only allowed students to foster connections, but it also helped them explore career paths in preparation for Mitchell Hamline’s comprehensive recruitment program launching this spring. The Legal Employment Accelerator Program, or LEAP, is designed to connect students with legal employers nationwide across all practice settings.
“LEAP offers flexible timelines through cycles in the spring and summer to accommodate students’ unique path through law school,” said Sara Westerberg ’22, one of CPD’s dedicated career advisors. “With structured support including networking events, application coaching, mock interviews, and on-campus/virtual interview coordination, LEAP ensures every student has access to meaningful employment opportunities that match their career goals.”
