It’s internship season. Check out these Career Services tips for finding opportunities, making the most of them, and setting yourself up for next year. And if you’re a recent grad, we’ve got some helpful hints for you, too!
It’s internship season. Check out these Career Services tips for finding opportunities, making the most of them, and setting yourself up for next year. And if you’re a recent grad, we’ve got some helpful hints for you, too!
Internships and work opportunities are more than talking points at your next interview. They are opportunities to learn on-the-job skills, gain professional development, and actively improve. Before you begin, consider exactly what skills—professional, social, and interpersonal—that you’d like to develop.
Once you’ve pinpointed what you’d like to learn, don’t be shy. Be candid with your supervisors and colleagues what you hope to learn from them and ask for feedback. Not only will you get more from your time and open up learning pathways that might not have been available before, but you’ll also develop stronger working relationships.
Who you know is always an important aspect of the professional world. Keeping your LinkedIn up-to-date helps potential employers get to know you and can potentially serve as a point of contact for those in your industry you have not met in person. Though online connections are important, the longer lasting ones will be the connections you make in the field, with colleagues and fellow interns. And finally, lean on your Pace Community. Pace faculty and alumni mentors are connected to experts worldwide and maintaining those ties may lead to new ones. If you’re a recent alumnus, dive into the Pace Alumni Association, where fellow alumni can lift you up and get you connected.
In a world where much of the workspace is engaging virtually, the usual concept of ‘office space’ has radically changed. With our work now taking up time and space in our homes, it’s more important than ever to cultivate spaces that work for us. Take the time to assess your working needs and find a way to carve out space so that you can not only focus while working from home but can also unplug once the day is done.
And for those working in-person, the age-old adage ‘dress for the job you want’ continues to ring true. Stock your closet with clothes that will help you make the best impression.
And if you’re spending money, save those receipts—when tax season returns, every write-off counts.
Career Services is dedicated to offering career prep workshops, career fairs, employer spotlights, and other services to empower you to jump into the working world. Attend the Virtual Career Fair for Recent Graduates, attend a Career Counselor Q&A, or practice your interview skills and fine tune your cover letter. These events are designed to help you plan your next step, hone your skills, and stand out from the crowd. Check out all of the upcoming events on Handshake and the career services event calendar. And don’t forget, recent grads, Career Services is here to help you, too!
If you’re still making summer plans, or hoping to fill up your free time, there are always opportunities to volunteer. The Center for Community Action and Research lists several options for community engagement, political participation, and other employment and leadership opportunities. Not only is serving your community important, but volunteering offers you the chance to pick up new skills, network, and discover new passions.
Before enrolling at Pace University in the fall of 2021, Max Schillinger was already building a business. But thanks to the resources within the Lubin School of Business, he was ready to build his second business and start a new on-campus organization before even wrapping up his freshman year.
We interviewed Dr. Coggins of the Management and Management Science Department, who joined Pace 12 years ago. A retired U.S. Navy Commander with sea-going, international, and diplomatic service, he spoke about his naval career, research interests, teaching style, and how he became an international expert within the cruise/maritime industry.
Nursing student Kalin Tang '22 traveled around the world and found herself at Pace University’s Lienhard School of Nursing. Kalin and her family lived in countries like Hong Kong, Korea, and Thailand, and also in several states throughout the United States.
Shari B. Hochberg ’12 knew from the time she was twelve years old (if not sooner) that she wanted to be a lawyer. Choosing Haub Law due to its unique geographical location and proximity to both numerous law firms and the courts, Shari found it to be the perfect fit. Now, as a career law clerk with the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York, Shari shares with us why a clerkship is the best legal experience you can get and how no two-days are alike.
Shari B. Hochberg ’12 knew from the time she was twelve years old (if not sooner) that she wanted to be a lawyer. Choosing Haub Law due to its unique geographical location and proximity to both numerous law firms and the courts, Shari found it to be the perfect fit. Now, as a career law clerk with the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York, Shari shares with us why a clerkship is the best legal experience you can get and how no two-days are alike.
Did you always want to be a lawyer?
I knew I wanted to be a lawyer at least since I was twelve years old. I was asked to write an essay in the sixth grade about what I wanted to be when I grew up and I wrote, among other things, that my occupation would be “Courtroom Ruler” and that I would be “known throughout the state of New York” for my trial skills. Influenced by a passionate, brilliant English teacher I had when I was a junior at the Bronx High School of Science, I sought to pursue journalism for a brief period. But by sophomore year of college, an internship with the Special Litigation Division of the Federal Public Defender Service reinforced my desire to go to law school and become an attorney. Even without yet having a degree, I saw the real impact that my dedication and work ethic could have on marginalized communities and the public at large, and I was sold on the career path.
Why did you choose Haub Law?
I graduated college toward the end of the Great Recession, when the job market had not yet rebounded, and employment prospects were grim throughout all industries. With my mind focused on future employment, geography first drew me to Haub Law – because between NYC and Albany, there’s only one law school, but there are tons of law firms. I felt a sense of security that I would be able to utilize Haub Law’s geographical advantage to obtain internship opportunities and post-bar employment. I was also deeply interested in pursuing public interest law and litigation, in particular. Haub Law’s Public Interest Law Center, clinic opportunities, career counseling, and commitment to the growth and success of its students solidified my choice.
And, once you got to Haub Law – how was your experience?
Haub Law was a perfect fit for me. The school afforded me a work-life balance, such that I could pursue extra- and co-curricular activities and internships while maintaining my coursework. Haub Law enabled me to launch a chapter of the Unemployment Action Center, so that I could continue representing individuals in Unemployment Insurance hearings before Administrative Law Judges while also training other law students to do the same. I was given the opportunity to serve as Editor-in-Chief of the Pace International Law Review as well as publish my own law review article. I developed strong relationships and made friends at Haub Law that are still some of my best friends today.
You are a Law Clerk in the US District Courts for the SDNY – what is your day to day like?
I can’t give away all the secrets, but I can tell you that I work on every type of case filed in federal court, preparing orders, drafting written opinions and bench rulings, preparing the judge for conferences, arguments, hearings, trials, criminal sentencings, advising him on legal issues and briefing him on the positions of the litigants appearing before us. I like to think of my role as essentially counsel to the judge. And in my particular role as a career clerk, I am expected to be involved in everything happening in Chambers – including supervising interns, training new law clerks, managing ethics and conflicts matters, calendaring, event planning, and general office management.
What advice would you give students who want to pursue a clerkship?
Go for it! First, if you haven’t already pursued a judicial internship, I’d suggest applying for one while you’re in law school. It will help you decide if a clerkship is right for you (and it also can’t hurt having that on your resume). I’d also advise students to work on creating a well-rounded, diverse, and interesting resume and always carefully crafting your cover letters: judges and their staff really do read them, and when you write something that demonstrates that you’ve done your research about us, it just may give you the leg up.
You often hear it said that a clerkship is amongst the best legal experience you can get – why is that?
There is simply no other job that gives you the opportunity to immerse and educate yourself in this many diverse areas of the law. Every day is a chance to see and learn about legal issues that you wouldn’t ordinarily come across when working in a discrete practice area. For example, in just one day this week, I worked on an ADA discrimination case, a narcotics conspiracy case, a civil rights case, a Fair Credit Reporting Act case, and a personal injury case. I do not think I would have had the opportunity to prepare for a murder trial while I was practicing commercial litigation – but here, I can. The job demands a commitment to finding the right answer and explaining it clearly, requiring you to sharpen your research and writing skills. You are also surrounded by great legal minds who are eager to share their knowledge.
There is also no other job that lets you get behind the curtain and see how the courts work; how cases proceed from beginning to end; how motions actually get decided; how judges think; what judges want you, as a lawyer, to tell them, etc. In a time when only 1-2% of cases go to trial, we prepare for multiple trials monthly. A clerkship truly is the best legal experience you can get.
What do you like to do in your spare time?
I am an avid television watcher and a big fan of unwinding with friends and family. I love to explore the beautiful Hudson Valley with my husband and we frequently end up at Muscoot Farm for quality time with the goats and the other incredible animals there.
Meet Daniel Ramos, a second-year student studying Computer Science in the Seidenberg school.
Meet Daniel Ramos (BS in Computer Science ’26), a second-year student studying Computer Science in the Seidenberg school. Daniel is busy! When he is not in class or hanging out with friends in the Goldstein Academic Center, you can find him walking around the Pleasantville campus (both for enjoyment and as part of his on-campus job), on the shuttle to/from the New York City campus or at the Jacob Burns Film Center, a cultural center in the heart of Pleasantville.
Daniel developed a love for computers at an early age. Influenced by his older brother who, too, had an appreciation for technology, Daniel evolved his engagement from tinkering with computers in middle school to following the activities of tech giants like Apple and Samsung, to taking advanced high school computing courses. “By the time I was in high school, I had accumulated a lot of coding and design skills,” notes Daniel. “I knew I wanted to further my knowledge in these areas.”
When it came time to apply to college, Pace’s Seidenberg School was top-of-mind for Daniel. He’d connected with an alum who shared positive feedback about the school, and he observed during visits some of the characteristics of Seidenberg that made it a fit for him. “I immediately noticed the connectedness between students and professors,” shares Daniel.
The open and friendly atmosphere and small class sizes make it easy to collaborate, ask questions and develop the skills I need for the future.
One career path Daniel is considering pertains to User Interface (UI), which refers to the look, feel and interactivity of a web page.
That Daniel is considering UI as a possible professional direction makes a lot of sense, given his interests outside of Pace. One major hobby of Daniel’s is film. “I followed indie movies for a while,” notes Daniel, “and during the pandemic, I expanded my viewing library immensely.” Beyond taking in the plot and characters, Daniel has a keen eye for the artistic aspects of a film that make it unique. “I notice elements that make the film more of an immersive experience,” he shares. “I also find myself observing and considering the ways in which the smallest details can make a huge difference in my movie-watching experience.” Daniel hopes to forge a career path that will merge his focus on the finer points of design with his enthusiasm for coding and technology.
Daniel’s current job is as a Tour Guide for the Pace Welcome Center and as a Student Assistant. In these roles, he gets to interact with prospective students and families, answer their questions and share his Pace experience. “It’s gratifying to be able to share Pace and Seidenberg’s high points with those who are considering enrolling,” notes Daniel. “Much like the Pace alum who spoke with me when I was a senior in high school, I am now the one to share feedback and perspective with students deciding on their undergraduate path.” Daniel often describes Pace as a ‘Goldilocks’ school. Not too big, not too small, just right.
I love that I can encounter familiar faces each day, and also meet new people.
One venue for meeting new people is Pace’s New York City campus where Daniel travels regularly. He is hoping to explore taking a course on the NYC campus at some point in the future. “It would be great to study at the NYC campus, even for just a class,” notes Daniel. “In the meantime, I like to visit NYC as I am inspired by the surroundings and I have easy access to one of my favorite movie theaters.”
We’re looking forward to seeing what the future holds for Daniel.
Pace University President Marvin Krislov's op-ed on immersive learning states as students develop skills to succeed in the workforce, tech such as artificial intelligence, virtual reality, and augmented reality are providing a priceless opportunity to learn by doing.
Professor Gershman speaks with Raw Story about five things to know about Donald Trump's first criminal trial.
Professor Sonia Suchday, chair of psychology at Pace University shared insights on mental health and ways manage stress for students.
Pace University was recently awarded a $25,000 grant from the Teagle Foundation to establish an undergraduate fellowship to create the next generation of leaders working on the governance of New York City waterways.
Pace University recently signed an Education Partnership Agreement (EPA) with the National Security Agency (NSA) to develop a pipeline of science and technology talent for possible national security challenges. In continuing its partnership with the NSA, Pace University is boosting STEM education for students by leveraging expertise and resources offered by the federal agency to support Pace’s educational programs and research projects. The partnership includes Seidenberg School of Computer Science and Information Systems and will provide educational opportunities for students to meet the growing demand for skills in STEM fields.
Law Professor Bennett Gershman speaks to The Journal News about a junior at Horace Greeley High School in Chappaqua who has sued the school district over its decision to issue him a three-day suspension for his use of an anti-gay slur in rap music recorded off campus, arguing that the school's sanction violated his First Amendment rights.
Elisabeth Haub School of Law recently opened a seminar space in honor of Professor Nicholas A. Robinson.