Graduate Student Career & Professional Development

The Center for Career Development offers specialized career counseling for graduate students, both domestic and international. Career coaches are available to meet individually to develop a tailored employment search strategy. These services include revising application materials, identifying firms and organizations that match students’ interests and introducing students to practitioners in their chosen field.

Additionally, graduate students have access to:

  • Academic advising
  • Career coaching
  • Networking opportunities and events
  • Professional development programming
  • Online and subscription-based job-search tools
  • Assistance obtaining externships and internships

Career & Networking Calendar

See the full calendar of upcoming events.

  1. State Courts in our Democracy: Preserving the Rule of Law
    When: Wednesday, January 21, 2026, 4:30 – 7pm PST
    Where: William H. Gates Hall (LAW)

    State courts stand at the center of our constitutional democracy—safeguarding individual rights, supporting transparent government, protecting electoral access, and serving as an essential counterbalance within our system of checks and balances. Yet across the country, public trust in the judiciary is facing unprecedented strain.

    Join us for an evening of timely conversation and insight as leading jurists, scholars, and advocates examine the evolving role of state courts and the future of the rule of law in America.

    Featuring remarks and moderated discussions with:

    • Chief Justice Debra Stephens, Washington Supreme Court
    • Judge John Chun, U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington
    • Justice Bobbe Bridge (ret.), Washington Supreme Court
    • Judge Robert S. Lasnik, U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington
    • Scholars and civic leaders

     

    The program will explore:

    • What makes state courts distinct, and indispensable, in our constitutional structure
    • The growing erosion of public trust in courts and the forces driving it
    • Realistic opportunities for action, accountability, and reform
    • How lawyers, students, community members, and institutions can help strengthen the judiciary

    A networking reception will follow the program.

    The Washington State Bar Association has approved 1.25 CLE credits for this event.

    RSVP here: events.uw.edu…

  2. UW Law M.J. Information Session (Jan. 29, 2026)
    When: Thursday, January 29, 2026, 6 – 7pm PST
    The Master of Jurisprudence (M.J.) program is designed for non-lawyers who seek a deeper knowledge of law and regulations. This session will provide information about our Master’s degree program, inform candidates about the application process and offer the opportunity for candidates to meet some M.J. program faculty members and staff.

    Learn more about M.J. Admissions!
     
  3. UW Law Taxation LL.M. Information Session (Feb. 2, 2026)
    When: Monday, February 2, 2026, 6 – 7pm PST
    Interested in advancing your career in tax law? Join us for an informational session on Monday, February 2 to learn more about our Taxation LL.M. program. We’ll cover program structure, flexible full-time and part-time options, curriculum highlights, experiential learning opportunities, and the admissions process.

    Whether you’re a recent graduate or a working professional, this session is a great chance to see how our practice-oriented program can help you build deep expertise in federal, state and local, international, and estate tax law.
  4. UW Law M.J. Information Session (Feb. 19, 2026)
    When: Thursday, February 19, 2026, 6 – 7pm PST
    The Master of Jurisprudence (M.J.) program is designed for non-lawyers who seek a deeper knowledge of law and regulations. This session will provide information about our Master’s degree program, inform candidates about the application process and offer the opportunity for candidates to meet some M.J. program faculty members and staff.

    Learn more about M.J. Admissions!
     
  5. UW Law M.J. Information Session (March 12, 2026)
    When: Thursday, March 12, 2026, 6 – 7pm PDT
    The Master of Jurisprudence (M.J.) program is designed for non-lawyers who seek a deeper knowledge of law and regulations. This session will provide information about our Master’s degree program, inform candidates about the application process and offer the opportunity for candidates to meet some M.J. program faculty members and staff.

    Learn more about M.J. Admissions!
     
  6. UW Law M.J. Information Session (March 26, 2026)
    When: Thursday, March 26, 2026, 6 – 7pm PDT
    The Master of Jurisprudence (M.J.) program is designed for non-lawyers who seek a deeper knowledge of law and regulations. This session will provide information about our Master’s degree program, inform candidates about the application process and offer the opportunity for candidates to meet some M.J. program faculty members and staff.

    Learn more about M.J. Admissions!
     
  7. UW Law Taxation LL.M. Information Session (March 26, 2026)
    When: Thursday, March 26, 2026, 6 – 7pm PDT
    Interested in advancing your career in tax law? Join us for an informational session on Monday, March 16 to learn more about our Taxation LL.M. program. We’ll cover program structure, flexible full-time and part-time options, curriculum highlights, experiential learning opportunities, and the admissions process.

    Whether you’re a recent graduate or a working professional, this session is a great chance to see how our practice-oriented program can help you build deep expertise in federal, state and local, international, and estate tax law.
     
  8. UW Law M.J. Information Session (April 9, 2026)
    When: Thursday, April 9, 2026, 6 – 7pm PDT
    The Master of Jurisprudence (M.J.) program is designed for non-lawyers who seek a deeper knowledge of law and regulations. This session will provide information about our Master’s degree program, inform candidates about the application process and offer the opportunity for candidates to meet some M.J. program faculty members and staff.

    Learn more about M.J. Admissions!
     
  9. UW Law M.J. Information Session (April 23, 2026)
    When: Thursday, April 23, 2026, 6 – 7pm PDT
    The Master of Jurisprudence (M.J.) program is designed for non-lawyers who seek a deeper knowledge of law and regulations. This session will provide information about our Master’s degree program, inform candidates about the application process and offer the opportunity for candidates to meet some M.J. program faculty members and staff.

    Learn more about M.J. Admissions!
     
  10. UW Law Taxation LL.M. Information Session (April 27, 2026)
    When: Monday, April 27, 2026, 6 – 7pm PDT
    Interested in advancing your career in tax law? Join us for an informational session on Monday, April 27 to learn more about our Taxation LL.M. program. We’ll cover program structure, flexible full-time and part-time options, curriculum highlights, experiential learning opportunities, and the admissions process.

    Whether you’re a recent graduate or a working professional, this session is a great chance to see how our practice-oriented program can help you build deep expertise in federal, state and local, international, and estate tax law.

    Please RSVP here!
  11. UW Law M.J. Information Session (May 7, 2026)
    When: Thursday, May 7, 2026, 6 – 7pm PDT
    The Master of Jurisprudence (M.J.) program is designed for non-lawyers who seek a deeper knowledge of law and regulations. This session will provide information about our Master’s degree program, inform candidates about the application process and offer the opportunity for candidates to meet some M.J. program faculty members and staff.

    Learn more about M.J. Admissions!
     
  12. UW Law M.J. Information Session (May 29, 2026)
    When: Friday, May 29, 2026, 6 – 7pm PDT
    The Master of Jurisprudence (M.J.) program is designed for non-lawyers who seek a deeper knowledge of law and regulations. This session will provide information about our Master’s degree program, inform candidates about the application process and offer the opportunity for candidates to meet some M.J. program faculty members and staff.

    Learn more about M.J. Admissions!
     
  13. UW Law Taxation LL.M. Information Session (June 8, 2026)
    When: Monday, June 8, 2026, 6 – 7pm PDT
    Interested in advancing your career in tax law? Join us for an informational session on Monday, June 8 to learn more about our Taxation LL.M. program. We’ll cover program structure, flexible full-time and part-time options, curriculum highlights, experiential learning opportunities, and the admissions process.

    Whether you’re a recent graduate or a working professional, this session is a great chance to see how our practice-oriented program can help you build deep expertise in federal, state and local, international, and estate tax law.