Programs, Events, and Speakers
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The OPCD offers a variety of events throughout the academic year designed to help our students explore their career options and develop individual professional paths. Throughout the year, the OPCD offers a broad range of panel discussions, presentations, receptions, and workshops to provide students with the tools needed to develop successful careers.
Listed below are the events scheduled for the 2008 - 2009 academic year. Please note that certain events require students to RSVP.
We encourage students to complete an Evaluation Form (pdf, opens in a new window) following each event. The OPCD staff appreciates your feedback and suggestions.
Archived Schedules
Fall 2008Spring 2009
General Events
- Resume and Cover Letter Workshop - Wednesday, October 21, 2009
- Resume and Cover Letter Workshop - Thursday, October 22, 2009
1L Events
- Networking Reception - Thursday, September 17, 2009
- Section 1 Resume Reviews: October 26 - October 29
- 1L OPCD Orientation *Mandatory for all 1L Students - Friday, October 30, 2009
- Section 2 Resume Reviews: November 2 - November 5
- Section 3 Resume Reviews: November 9 - November 12
- Section 4 Resume Reviews: November 16 - November 19
Lunch & Learn Series
- Lunch & Learn: Do Your Legal Career Justice Department of Justice Volunteer/Intern/Employment Opportunities - Wednesday, August 26, 2009
- Lunch & Learn: Loan Repayment Program - Wednesday, Setpember 16, 2009
- Lunch & Learn: Applying for Government Jobs - Wednesday, September 30, 2009
- Lunch & Learn: Interning at Marathon Oil Company - Tuesday, October 13, 2009
- Lunch & Learn: General Counsel Panel Discussion - Wednesday, October 14, 2009
3L Week: September 14 - September 18, 2009
- Work Life Balance, Business Development, Self-Assessment : Monday, September 14, 2009
- Networking and Mentor Match : Tuesday, September 15, 2009
- Loan Repayment Program : Wednesday, Septmber 16, 2009
- 3L Resume Reviews: Thursday, September 17 - Friday, September 18, 2009
Calendar Fall 2009
Lunch & Learn: Do Your Legal Career Justice Department of Justice Volunteer/Intern/Employment Opportunities
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
Time: 12:00 - 12:50 pm
Location: Classroom 3
Travis R. Chapman ('06), attorney with the U. S. Department of Justice Antitrust Division in Washington, DC, will be on campus to discuss the job opportunities that the Department of Justice has for law students and the various ways to apply for those opportunities. The program will focus on volunteer opportunities for 1Ls, the Department's "Summer Law Intern Program" for 2Ls, and the Department's "Attorney General's Honors Program" for 3Ls, which is the Department's program for hiring students for permanent attorney positions upon graduation for 3Ls.
To reserve your place, please RSVP via Symplicity 48 hours prior to this event by clicking the events tab. Lunch will be provided.
3L Week: Monday, September 14 - Friday, September 18, 2009
3L Boot Camp is designed to do one thing-throw your career development into high gear! Third year students who have not secured employment are highly encouraged to attend. Students in attendance receive a Boot Camp workbook, hear from guest speakers, and receive a mentor.
To reserve your place, please RSVP via Symplicity 48 hours prior to this event by clicking the events tab. Lunch will be provided.
Day 1
Monday, September 14, 2009
Time: 12:00 - 12:50 pm
Location: Classroom 3
Work Life Balance, Business Development, Self-Assessment.
Day 2
Tuesday, September 15, 2009
Time: 12:00 - 12:50 pm
Location: Classroom 3
Networking and Mentor Match.
Day 3
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
Time: 12:00 - 12:50 pm
Location: Classroom 2
Loan Repayment Program
3L Resume Reviews
Thursday, September 17 - Friday, September 18 2009
Time: By appointment only-schedule on Symplicity
Location: Office of Professional & Career Development
Please schedule an appointment via Symplicity. Before your appointment, please review the resume packet located on the career services web page and edit your resume accordingly.
Lunch & Learn: Loan Repayment Program
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
Time: 12:00- 12:50 pm
Location: Classroom 2
Graduate Leverage representatives will speak on the federal student loan repayment assistance program, debt management, and its proprietary servicing and advisory platform to enable students to execute strategies that can provide significant cost savings. Graduate Leverage is one of the top student lending organizations in the country, having assisted more than 65,000 students and originated over $3.3 billion in loans. Graduate Leverage continues to help students and parents by providing a comprehensive suite of loan products, debt advisory services, and analytical tools, each designed to minimize the cost of education related debt.
To reserve your place, please RSVP via Symplicity 48 hours prior to this event by clicking the events tab. Lunch will be provided.
Networking Reception
Thursday, September 17, 2009
Time: 4:45 - 6:45 pm
Location: Hartzog Conger Cason & ;Neville
The Oklahoma City law firm of Hartzog Conger Cason & Neville will host a networking session for first-year law students. Details regarding transportation are included in your individual invitation.
Lunch & Learn: Applying for Government Jobs
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
Time: 12:00 - 12:50 pm
Location: Classroom 1
If you are interested in applying for a government job, you will need to have a specialized resume prepared and know where to start your search. During this session we will go over the preferred resume format, how to answer KSAs and how to begin your federal job search.
To reserve your place, please RSVP via Symplicity 48 hours prior to this event by clicking the events tab. Lunch will be provided.
Lunch & Learn: Interning at Marathon Oil Company
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
Time: 12:00 - 12:50 pm
Location: Classroom 1
Marathon Oil Corporation, the fourth-largest U.S.-based integrated oil company, is engaged in exploration and production; integrated gas; oil sands mining and refining, marketing and transportation operations. Marathon has built a culture centered on integrity, straightforward values and a belief that employees who create opportunities will be supported with the resources and guidance they need to succeed. If you're ambitious and interested in gaining real-world experience--fast--Marathon is the place for you.
Internship Overview:
- Exposure to career and leadership opportunities
- Opportunity to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to work towards achieving Company goals and strategies
- Career development and networking opportunities with dedicated mentor
- 12 week paid summer internship in Houston with possible travel opportunities
To reserve your place, please RSVP via Symplicity 48 hours prior to this event by clicking the events tab. Lunch will be provided.
Lunch & Learn: General Counsel Panel Discussion
Wednesday, October 14, 2009
Time: 12:00 - 12:50 pm
Location: Classroom 1
Students will hear from general counsels in Oklahoma about their experiences working in the corporate sector. Panelists will speak on their career paths and provide advice for obtaining a career in the general counsel's office.
To reserve your place, please RSVP via Symplicity 48 hours prior to this event by clicking the events tab. Lunch will be provided.
Resume and Cover Letter Workshop
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
Time: 12:00- 12:50 pm
Location: Classroom 2
This workshop will provide recommendations for preparing resumes and cover letters.
Resume and Cover Letter Workshop
Thursday, October 22, 2009
Time: 12:00- 12:50 pm
Location: Classroom 2
This workshop will provide recommendations for preparing resumes and cover letters.
Section 1 Resume Reviews: October 26 - October 29
Time: By appointment only
Location: Office of Professional & Career Development
Please schedule an appointment via Symplicity beginning October 12. Before your appointment, it is recommended that you attend a resume and cover letter workshop session, review the resume packet located on the career services webpage, and edit your resume accordingly.
Section 2 Resume Reviews: November 2 - November 5
Time: By appointment only
Location: Office of Professional & Career Development
Please schedule an appointment via Symplicity beginning October 12. Before your appointment, it is recommended that you attend a resume and cover letter workshop session, review the resume packet located on the career services webpage, and edit your resume accordingly.
Section 3 Resume Reviews: November 9 - November 12
Time: By appointment only
Location: Office of Professional & Career Development
Please schedule an appointment via Symplicity beginning October 12. Before your appointment, it is recommended that you attend a resume and cover letter workshop session, review the resume packet located on the career services webpage, and edit your resume accordingly.
Section 4 Resume Reviews: November 16 - November 19
Time: By appointment only
Location: Office of Professional & Career Development
Please schedule an appointment via Symplicity beginning October 12. Before your appointment, it is recommended that you attend a resume and cover letter workshop session, review the resume packet located on the career services webpage, and edit your resume accordingly.