Please join PILC and several student panelists for an information session for 1Ls who may want to spend their summers interning in a federal, state or local government agency or prosecutor’s office. We will talk about the varied opportunities and […]
Oct. 25: Fireside Chat with Hon. Rowan D. Wilson, Chief Judge of the New York State Court of Appeals
Join the Guarini Center for a fireside chat with the Honorable Rowan D. Wilson, Chief Judge of the New York State Court of Appeals, which will feature a discussion of Nonhuman Rights Project, ex rel. Happy v. Breheny, a historic case […]
Oct. 12: Public Interest Law Firms Panel
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to work at a public interest law firm? What are these law firms and how do they differ from other firms and from non-profit organizations? Come meet attorneys practicing at public interest firms […]
Oct. 10: 1L and 2L Summer International Internships Information Session
This in person presentation will give you a basic overview of spending your 1L or 2L summer in international law, whether that is abroad or working on international issues while being based in the US, and we will go over […]
Oct. 3: PILC and Guarini Center Environmental Law Luncheon
Are you interested in a career in environmental law? Join us to hear from alumni in environmental careers in the non-profit, government, and academic sectors. We will be joined by panelists Kathleen Schmid ‘07 (New York City government), Jonathan Kalmuss-Katz ’10 (Earthjustice), and Al Huang (Institute […]
Oct. 11: PILC and BALSA: Federal Defender Panel
Please join PILC and BALSA for a career panel and discussion with The Federal Defenders of New York. The panel will feature current Federal Defenders who will discuss their respective journeys as public defenders. The Federal Defenders is a public […]
Oct. 3. Moelis Urban Law and Public Affairs Fellowship Information Session
On Tuesday, October 3 from 4:40 – 5:40pm, Gail Zweig will host an information session about an exciting fellowship opportunity available to current 1Ls only who have a passion for urban and public affairs, affordable housing issues and urban community […]
Oct. 3: Drop-in to Meet Sam Allison-Natale ’15, Founder of Kansas Holistic Defenders
Drop in to the PILC office anytime from 1:30pm to 3:00pm on October 3 to meet Sam Allison-Natale. Sam graduated from NYU Law in 2015 and worked at The Bronx Defenders for 3 years before moving to Lawrence, Kansas. Because […]
Oct. 3: International Career Luncheon with David Malone, Under-Secretary-General of the United Nations
The Public Interest Law Center invites you to have lunch with UN Under-Secretary-General David Malone, Rector of the United Nations University. Prior to joining UNU in 2013, Dr. Malone held many high-level roles in the Canadian government, including positions within […]
Sept. 27: Virtual International Legal Careers Webinar
“The Many Pathways of International Legal Careers,” Presented by the American Society of International Law, Taylor Kilpatrick, J.D. Senior Program Officer WHEN: Wednesday, September 27, 2023 WHERE: asil.org/zoom 12 P.M. EASTERN TIME (ET) 11:00 A.M CENTRAL TIME (CT) 10:00 A.M […]
Sept. 28: An Informal Talk with Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser ’94
Phil Weiser was sworn in as the State’s 39th Attorney General on January 8, 2019. As the state’s chief legal officer, Attorney General Weiser is committed to protecting the people of Colorado and building an innovative and collaborative organization that […]
Sept. 21: Army and Navy JAG Information Session
For all students (1L, 2L, 3L) interested in learning more about the Army & Navy Judge Advocate General Corps (JAG Corps) and how to practice law as a JAG in the United States Army and Navy, please join us for […]
Sept. 19: Alliance for Families for Justice Pro Bono Volunteer Information Session
The Public Interest Law Center, together with Alliance of Families for Justice Legal Support Unit, will host an in-person information session on the volunteer application process for interested students on Tuesday, September 19 from 1:10-2:10 PM in Furman Hall Room 330. […]
Oct. 2: Government and Prosecution Brown Bag Series: A Conversation with New Jersey AG Matthew Platkin
This event is part of the Public Interest Law Center’s brown bag series and is jointly hosted with the State Energy & Environmental Impact Center and the Guarini Center on Environmental, Energy and Land Use Law. Date: October 2 Time: […]
Oct. 6-9: Apply to Public Interest Organizations Participating in OCI, Week 7 (Oct. 23–27)
Fall OCI is a seven week on-campus recruiting program during which employers conduct screening interviews with NYU Law students on campus. The program is administered via CSM (https://law-nyu-csm.symplicity.com/students). Public interest and government employers will pre-select their Fall OCI schedules based […]
Sept. 26: LLM Post Graduate Fellowships Info Session with CHRGJ and IILJ
If you would like to learn more about the IFD and ILHR Fellowships, as well as other post-graduate fellowship opportunities available to LLMs, please come to the LLM Post Graduate Fellowships Info Session. Youssef Farhat, Executive Director for Center for […]
Feb. 27: Chat with Lawyers from the Federal Reserve Bank in Residence
Please join PILC for an informal conversation with two attorneys from the Federal Reserve Bank, Evans Muzere and Tara Hofbauer, about their career trajectories and work as members of the legal staff of the Federal Reserve Bank. We should have […]
Feb. 26: Getting a Headstart on your 3L Public Interest Job Search
Calling all public interest 2Ls! During this panel, you will hear from recent alumni with diverse interests about their public interest post-graduate job search. They’ll share career planning and job search strategies, various post-graduate opportunities, and what they wish they would […]
Feb. 19: Spring Pro Bono Intensive Application Deadline Extended
The Intensive Pro Bono Research Projects are a great opportunity to complete pro bono work for admission to the New York State Bar, as well as for students to gain experience conducting international law research and drafting a research report. […]
Public Interest Interviewing Tips & Tricks
Thursday, February 1, 2024 | 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm Format: Webinar Program Fee: Students or Alumni of Sponsoring Schools: Free Members: Free Non-Members: $25 Description: Please join us for a panel discussion focused on how law students and […]
Feb. 15: 2024-2026 New York State Excelsior Service Fellowship Deadline
The 2024-2026 New York State Excelsior Service Fellowship deadline is Thursday, February 15 2024. Applications must be submitted to gail.zweig@nyu.edu. For full details of the fellowship, read below or click here: 2024-26 Excelsior Service Fellowship The New York State Excelsior Service […]
Nov. 10: Masiyiwa-Bernstein Fellowship Program Deadline
With a commitment to building the next generation of human rights advocates, the Masiyiwa-Bernstein Fellowship provides two exceptional NYU Law graduates with an opportunity to spend one year working with an innovative human rights organization. The fellows are placed in […]
Nov. 17: PILC Fair Information Session
Friday, November 17, 2023 | 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM Smart Classroom 204, Vanderbilt Hall PILC Fair registration opens on November 15! Come meet with PILC learn how to register, apply for interviews, and use the online system. We […]
Nov. 2: Moelis Fellowship Deadline Extended
The Moelis Fellowship has been extended to November 2. More information on how to apply can be found here: https://www.law.nyu.edu/publicinterestlawcenter/moelis-fellowship The Fellowship Program Moelis Fellows will gain access to a range of experience across the non-profit , government, […]
Nov. 6: Getting Out of NYC: Summer Internships Beyond the Big Cities
You may have considered spending your summer doing public interest work in New York City, Washington DC, or San Francisco, but have you thought about going to a smaller city or rural locale? Join us for a discussion with current […]
Nov. 6: LGBTQ+ Advocacy Careers with PILC and OUTLaw
Are you interested in learning more about careers in LGBTQ+ advocacy? Please join us for an alumni panel discussion to learn about some of the many ways to practice LGBTQ+ advocacy as a lawyer. Our panel will feature Whitney […]
Nov. 2: Winter and Spring Break Intensive Pro Bono Research Info Session
If you are interested in participating in intensive pro bono research projects during winter or spring break, please join PILC and pro bono host organizations over zoom as they introduce their projects and learn more about the application process. […]
Oct. 30: Public Interest Careers in Law and Technology with PILC and the Engelberg Center
Are you interested in learning more about careers at the intersection of law & technology from a public interest perspective? Please join us for an alumni panel discussion to learn about this varied and important field. Our panel will feature […]
Register for Summer 2024 Funding Today
All 1Ls and 2Ls who may do a public interest summer internship and who register for summer funding are eligible to receive NYU summer funding – $5,500 for 1Ls and $7,500 for 2Ls. Register here now! There is simply […]
Oct. 31: Human Rights in China Information Session
The Public Interest Law Center, together with Human Rights in China (HRIC), will host an in-person information session. HRIC Executive Director, Zhou Fengsuo and colleagues will discuss the organization’s mission and human rights work, as well as opportunities for interested students to […]