Professional and Career Development

The Office of Professional and Career Development (OPCD) is dedicated to serving your needs. Whether you are currently seeking a position, interested in posting a job or looking to apply to law school, we will provide you with the support necessary to accomplish your goals. We invite you to explore our broad range of resources.

The Office of Professional and Career Development is dedicated to providing students and graduates with the information and tools necessary for successful career development and advancement. Our office assists students and graduates in their pursuit of careers in a wide variety of settings, including private law firms, public interest organizations, government agencies, corporate and business environments, judicial clerkships, academia and non-traditional careers.

Through an extensive array of services including individual counseling, educational programming, interviewing opportunities, written and online resources, job posting databases, and a substantial alumni network, the OPCD helps educate students and graduates for a lifetime of successful career management.

The OPCD also serves as an intermediary between prospective employers and law students. By posting job vacancies, scheduling on-campus interviews, sponsoring programs and participating in and promoting off-campus job fairs, we provide a range of employment prospects. Through ongoing outreach, the OPCD Staff endeavors to create ever-increasing employer interest in Pitt Law students and graduates.