Texas Law Graduate Fellowship

The University of Texas at Austin•Austin, UT

1d•$65,625 - $75,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Texas Law Graduate Fellowship Program is intended to provide opportunities for law graduates to build their professional skills and enhance their preparation for legal employment through advanced work in a law school setting. The work will be completed under the guidance of experienced law faculty and senior staff (with JD degrees). Fellowships are one-year assignments which may be renewed on an annual basis up to a total of five years. The positions are full-time (at least 35 hours per week). As part of this Program, fellows will receive continuing mentorship, training, and guidance to contribute to their professional development and career advancement in areas of interest. Opportunities will vary, depending on the interests of the fellow and the needs of the school, but areas of focus may include: admissions and communications Tarlton Law Library operations student services research clinical practice centers and programs

Requirements

J.D. received within the past 3 years.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with the culture and operations of the University of Texas School of Law.

Benefits

Competitive health benefits (Employee premiums covered at 100%; family premiums at 50%)
Vision, dental, life, and disability insurance options
Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
Teachers Retirement System of Texas (a defined benefit retirement plan)
Additional voluntary retirement programs: tax sheltered annuity 403(b) and a deferred compensation program 457(b)
Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
Training and conference opportunities
Tuition assistance
Athletic ticket discounts
Access to UT Austin's libraries and museums
Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Capital Metro buses with staff ID card