At Twin Cities Diversity in Practice, our 1L Clerkship Program has worked to launch the careers of 1L students of color for over a decade. Through TCDIP’s 1L Clerkship, law firms and corporate legal departments partner to host a 1L Clerk for the summer, giving students the opportunity to experience both working environments. Other benefits include Programming and benefits for TCDIP 1L Clerks include the following:
- Exposure to Leadership: Throughout the summer, TCDIP Clerks have multiple opportunities to engage with senior leadership from across TCDIP. Our Board of Directors, Emerging Leaders Group, and Members all devote time to getting to know Clerks and sharing more about the Twin Cities legal community.
- Professional Development: Clerks participate in professional development programs focused on developing authentic relationship-building skills.
- Meaningful Mentorship: Each Clerk is paired with an attorney outside the 1L Clerk’s employer in order to help them expand their networks and learn more about our legal community.
- Connections to Alumni: At the beginning of the summer, Clerks connect with program alumni who share their tips and tricks for building a successful summer experience.
Ready to learn more? Have questions about applying? Want advice from 1L Clerkship alumni – including current students and working attorneys? Sign up for one of our Information Sessions with alumni today! You can also visit our website to learn more about the program! Job postings will be live in mid-November.