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The Career Development Office (CDO) at the College of Law at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln provides comprehensive career services designed to support law students and alumni throughout their professional journey. Based in Lincoln, Nebraska, the CDO offers a full range of resources and personalized guidance to help students navigate the legal job market successfully.

The office delivers individualized counseling sessions tailored to each student's career goals and interests, ensuring that every graduate receives the support needed for meaningful employment outcomes. The CDO maintains partnerships with a diverse range of employers who actively recruit Nebraska Law's talented students and alumni, creating valuable networking and interview opportunities throughout the academic year.

Key services include educational programming, structured interviewing opportunities, externship program development, and access to online and print resources through the Nebraska Law Career Portal. The office coordinates major recruiting events including On-Campus Interviewing (OCI), firm receptions, mock interviews, and specialized programming such as Rural Practice Interviews and Spring Break Shadow Programs. Additionally, the CDO provides the Exploring Opportunities Program Series, which runs throughout the academic year with themed educational sessions and one-on-one counseling.

The Career Development Office maintains a comprehensive Resource Library featuring handouts and in-depth guides covering major career development topics. While these materials provide an excellent foundation, the CDO emphasizes the value of personalized consultation, encouraging students to schedule appointments for detailed career counseling. Led by experienced professionals dedicated to student success, the CDO at Nebraska Law in Lincoln, NE, remains committed to equipping graduates with the tools and knowledge necessary for successful long-term careers in the legal profession.