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Careers

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Most entry-level positions for legal studies majors are offered by private law firms, government agencies, or corporate law departments.

Be willing to start in an entry-level job inorder to prepare for more advanced career opportunities.
Focus your program of study on the legal specialty courses.
Consider minoring in a foreign language or computer science if either of these disciplines is of interest.
Gain experience through internship, law office employment, or volunteer activities.
Talk with professionals in fields of interest to learn more about opportunities.
Join paralegal organizations offering student memberships, such as the Central Illinois Paralegal Association or the Illinois Paralegal Association.
Request the Legal Studies Certificate when you graduate because a certificate from an ABA-approved paralegal educational program is viewed favorably by employers.

Complete an internship or other law-related employment before your senior year
Acquire foreign language competency that would qualify you for bi-lingual positions
Volunteer in law-related activities.
Develop skills in commonly used computer software programs, such as Office, Excel, PowerPoint
Supplement curriculum with foreign language, computer, and business courses.
Develop excellent research, writing, analysis, and communication skills.
Obtain leadership roles in campus organizations.
Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills.