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Social Sciences & Pre-Law

This career circle is for any student who is interested in pursuing a degree in Social Sciences and/or a career in Law.

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Check out job and internship listings by major/career interests on the College of Arts & Sciences Career Resources website to view currently open listings for UM students and alumni. For thousands more opportunities, log in to Handshake.

Do you have questions about internships, graduate school, or your future career? Or are you unsure what your first step should be? Speak with a coach via Zoom or stop by Toppel for in-person coaching, Monday – Friday from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm. Feel free to email us at toppel@miami.edu if you need assistance outside of our drop-in coaching hours.

Duke Law Personal Statement Guide: Examples & Admit Tips

Why the Duke Law Personal Statement Matters

The Duke Law personal statement gives you space to share your story. It helps the admissions committee see how you think, what you value, and how you might contribute to the collaborative environment …

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Georgetown Law Personal Statement Guide: Examples & Admit Tips

Writing a Georgetown Law personal statement is a critical part of your law school application. This statement gives you a chance to showcase who you are, what you have accomplished, and why this school is the right fit for your …

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Beyond the resume: How to answer the new U.S. federal government’s ‘American Ideals’ essay questions

The shift in how the federal government evaluates talent has reached a tipping point this spring. As agencies prepare for the second half of the fiscal year, a common question is circulating through career centers and online forums: Is …

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Featured Resources

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Standard 509 Report Disclosure Database – Law Schools – American Bar Association

The 509 reports include data on admissions, tuition & fees, financial aid, scholarships, enrollment, faculty, class sizes, and employment outcomes.

Social Science Careers: Job Path & Majors

This guide helps students explore what a social science degree is and how it can lead to many career opportunities …

7Sage LSAT

7Sage aids LSAT prep with study materials, courses, and tutoring, empowering students for law school admissions success.

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Are you looking to use real-time job market data to make informed decisions about your future career path, explore relevant salary data, or identify the skills you need to build or market to get your next role? Use the following tool to explore your options.

There are two ways to navigate this tool:

  1. Keyword Search: Search for the title of the job you’re looking to pursue, or skills you may have that could be relevant for a particular career path.
  2. Narrow Down by Industry + Occupation: If you have a general sense of the industry you’d like to pursue, you can narrow down the occupations within a given industry to help you decide.

Type in a keyword to select a relevant occupation. (If you'd like to see data for a specific location only, filter by state.)

Featured Jobs & Internships

Thousands of internship and job opportunities are posted on Handshake by employers specifically looking to hire students. The following job and internship opportunities were pulled from Handshake for your career circle.

For thousands more opportunities, log in to Handshake. All UM students have a Handshake account that is automatically created for them when they enroll at the U. All you have to do is log in to Handshake to activate your account.

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Skill Building with LinkedIn Learning

Access and explore on-demand LinkedIn Learning content (courses and videos) that can help you identify and build skills needed to be successful in your future career. Here, you can find relevant LinkedIn Learning content featured for your career circle.

Human Resources: Creating an Employee Handbook

Taught by Kate Bischoff
A well-crafted employee handbook is more than just a collection of policies—it serves as a cultural road map and a…

California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) Essential Training

Taught by Mandy Huth
The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) is the first major privacy act to come out of the United States. In…

Economic Tips for Everyone

Taught by Jason Schenker
Learn about the economy around you and its implications for your job, business, and career. Economist Jason Schenker offers practical…

Understanding US Trademarks: A Deeper Dive

Taught by Dana Robinson
Virtually every business has a trademark, whether they know it or not. Your trademark might be your most valuable asset.…

Reasons Not to Worry: Stoicism in Chaotic Times

Taught by Next Big Idea Club
Ever wondered why we all worry so much about things beyond our control? In the 2022 book Reasons Not to…

Moving from Government Work into Other Sectors: A Conversation with Nick Martin

Taught by Ashley Kennedy
Transitioning from government work to other sectors can be challenging—but also full of opportunity. In this course, TechChange CEO Nick…

SPSS Statistics Essential Training

Taught by Barton Poulson
SPSS is a common menu-driven statistical application used in the social sciences, education, and business. In this course, data analytics…

How to Read a Business Contract

Taught by Nkem Ekwukoma
Perfect for anyone who handles contracts in their business or entrepreneurial endeavors, this course empowers you with the knowledge to…

The Data Science of Government and Political Science, with Barton Poulson

Taught by Barton Poulson
Are you interested in enhancing your understanding of how government and politics actually function? If so, this brief course can…

Organizational Leadership in the Era of AI

Taught by Brian Evergreen
Technology breakthroughs need management breakthroughs—and as leaders and organizations around the world invest in AI, leadership is the biggest determination…

Think Like a Lawyer to Make Decisions and Solve Problems

Taught by Kim Wehle
Why would any non-lawyer want to think like a lawyer? What’s the benefit of thinking like a lawyer? In this…

Negotiate Like a Lawyer

Taught by Dana Robinson
Ever wondered about that special, lawyerly skill? The art of negotiation could be your new favorite tool. In this course,…

Influencer Brand Deal Economics

Taught by Knowable
When it comes to influencer marketing and brand sponsorships, no two deals are alike. So how do creators know what…

Business Law Basics for Influencer Marketing Campaigns

Taught by Madecraft
Navigating the legal landscape is essential for successful influencer marketing. In this course, Ken Sterling, a legal marketing expert, reveals…

Customer Advocacy

Taught by Brad Cleveland
Learn why customer advocacy is important, how to develop employees who are customer advocates, and how to use the voice…

Avoiding Legal Hot Spots: Five Legal Tips for Social Media Managers

Taught by EverCourse
Whether you are a social media manager, an influencer, or a business owner, if you leverage social media on a…

Leading in Government

Taught by Adelle Dantzler
Many people feel that leading in government is a puzzle. While it certainly has its challenges, serving the public can…

Navigating the Demographic, Economic, and Geopolitical Landscape as a Leader

Taught by Mauro F. Guillen
How can organizational leaders meet the challenges and opportunities created by current demographic, economic, and technological trends? What are the…

Navigating Challenges in Nonprofit Management

Taught by Kelly Soifer
Is your nonprofit facing challenges that impact its ability to achieve its mission? In this course, Kelly Soifer shares how…

Human Resources: Protecting Confidentiality

Taught by Don Phin
As an HR professional or manager in your company, you are privy to financial information, health insurance information, social security…

LinkedIn Learning is free for currently enrolled University of Miami students. You must have a CaneID to access LinkedIn Learning. Click on “View All LinkedIn Learning Courses” to browse through all the content featured for your career circle.

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Skill Building Through Virtual Company Projects

Build valuable career skills and get a taste of industry experience via short virtual projects created by top companies across the globe on the Forage platform. Click on "View All Projects" to view all experiences for this career community. To check out projects across all the career communities and relevant practice interview questions, here.

Real Estate Law Experience with BCLP

Ready, Set, Law Experience with Clifford Chance

Introduction to Law Experience with Pinsent Masons

Digital Law Experience with Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer

Law Apprenticeships Experience with Ashurst

Corporate Law Experience with Kilpatrick

Wondering how to list a completed project on your resume/CV or LinkedIn profile? Review the Forage referencing policy.

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Featured Industry & Career Guides

Vault offers comprehensive industry and career guides that provide insights into industry work life and advice for students and alumni on kickstarting their careers. You can access 170+ guides on our Custom Career Content site to help you explore career paths and gain valuable information that will help you make informed career decisions.

Vault Guide to Social Services Jobs, Second Edition

The Vault Guides to Jobs series provides essential information about key careers and industries, with an emphasis on preparing for …

Vault Guide to Politics, Public Policy, and Activism Jobs, Third Edition

The Vault Guides to Jobs series provides essential information about key careers and industries, with an emphasis on preparing for …

Vault Guide to Nonprofit Jobs, Third Edition

The Vault Guides to Jobs series provides essential information about key careers and industries, with an emphasis on preparing for …

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Cane2Cane Mentors

Explore careers, prepare for your future, and connect with industry professionals. Exclusive to our University of Miami community, Cane2Cane is a social network where 'Canes receive help navigating from college to career. No matter who you know, or don't know, connect and learn from professionals across 60+ industries who are eager to help you prepare for your career journey.

Erin A. Reichlen, Esq.

Alumni Mentor
  • Medford, MA
  • Senior Commercial Counsel Global Partnership Ecosystem/Channel Red Hat
Meet Erin A.

Brianna Hathaway

Alumni Mentor
  • Miami, FL
  • Attorney LomaxLegal
Meet Brianna

Calvin Chappell

Alumni Mentor
  • New York, NY
  • J.D. Candidate 11th Judicial Circuit of Florida
Meet Calvin

Emely Sanchez, MPH

Alumni Mentor
  • Miami, FL
  • Health Care Fellow, Law Student Leavitt Partners
Meet Emely

Austin Webbert

Alumni Mentor
  • Baltimore, MD
  • Associate Sanford Heisler Sharp, LLP
Meet Austin

Richard Domingues Boscovich

Alumni Mentor
  • Redmond, WA
  • Assistant General Counsel Microsoft
Meet Richard

Kim Hawthorne

Alumni Mentor
  • North Miami Beach, FL
  • Attorney Self
Meet Kim

Kyra Wenthen

Alumni Mentor
  • New York, NY
  • Litigation Analyst United States Attorneys'​ Offices
Meet Kyra

Aaron Brunner

Alumni Mentor
  • San Diego, CA
  • Attack pilot USMC
Meet Aaron

Casey McCormack

Alumni Mentor
  • Queens, NY
  • Assistant Counsel New York City Department of Environmental Protection (NYC DEP)
Meet Casey

Madison Lupino

Alumni Mentor
  • Miami, FL
  • Associate McDermott Will & Emery
Meet Madison

Jack Demetree

Alumni Mentor
  • Orlando, FL
  • Commercial Real Estate Attorney Byrd Campbell, P.A.
Meet Jack

Join your peers on Cane2Cane to connect with a 'Cane who can help you achieve your career goals! You can search for connections in the Cane2Cane community by applying various filters, such as industry, location, degree, and more!  

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JOBSCAN

The more effectively you can tailor your resume for a specific job, the better your chances are. Easily optimize your resume by completing a scan below. By scanning and comparing your resume versus any job description Jobscan will give you an instant analysis of how well your resume is tailored for a particular job and how it can be even better optimized for an applicant tracking system (ATS). To start, paste in the text of your resume then paste the text of the job posting you’re interested in, and press Scan.

         

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