Opportunities at Melbourne Law School
Melbourne Law School prepares you for a career defined by purpose, integrity, and impact. As you move through your studies, you’ll have opportunities to test ideas, explore interests, and refine your professional identity through work-integrated learning, mentoring opportunities, student experience initiatives, and the broader intellectual life of the University.
At every stage, Melbourne Law School’s dedicated careers team is here to help you translate your strengths and aspirations into a meaningful career direction. Whether you’re clarifying your goals, navigating options within and beyond the legal profession, or mapping a pathway that reflects your ambitions, you’ll have expert guidance to support your journey.
Through one-on-one consultations, Melbourne Law School students can access tailored advice and support from dedicated career practitioners.
Being mentored is a powerful tool for you to make connections in industry and enhance your employment outcomes, by providing you with insights into the professional world and helping you to expand your knowledge of career options and plan for life after study. The MLS Mentor Program is open to all JD students (each year of their degree) and full-time international MLM students.
Melbourne Law School Clinics is a hub for the work-integrated learning opportunities available at Melbourne Law School. Our range of internships and clinical subjects enable students to contribute to the work of our community law partners and learn by working with real clients to solve real legal problems.
ELLIS (Experiential Learning for Law International Students) program is a project-based extra-curricular program designed specifically for international students at Melbourne Law School. The program aims to provide opportunities for international students to enhance employability skills and build industry connections through gaining practical experience in Australia.
The MLS Graduate Services and Careers team assists Graduate Researchers in exploring professional goals and mapping a career pathway aligned with your ambition and interests.
JD students wanting to study overseas or focus on global legal practice have access to many exhilarating international opportunities.
Opportunities to boost your employability
Whatever your goals, we’re here to help you identify the right opportunities and confidently translate your experiences into the attributes and skills employers are actively seeking.
Real-world experiences and capability building
A co-curricular recognition program builds your skills and recognises capability with verified digital credentials.
Beginner friendly entrepreneurship competition for groups of 2-6 students.
Paid on-campus internships.
Students@Work program for flexible on-campus casual employment.
Experience new cultures, develop valuable skills and prepare for a global future.
Exclusive job listings for UniMelb students.
Solve a real-life business challenge and win an 8-week paid internship at Bupa.
Fund your idea and help improve the university or the wider community.
Networking and mentoring
Connect with UniMelb alumni for career insights.
Grow your network and develop career confidence.
The University’s centre for innovation and entrepeneurship.
Expand your network and strengthen learning strategies with other students.
LMS module with tips for successful mentoring relationships.
Explore a wide range of clubs, connect with others and get involved on campus.
Meet other graduate students and get involved in groups that match your interests and goals.
Leadership and volunteering
Mentor new students and gain leadership skills.
Become a student delegate and develop professional skills while improving the University.
Lead programs and events on campus.
Volunteering opportunities for students.
Help new students settle in and grow your leadership skills.
Make an impact and contribute towards the international students’ community.
Expand your leadership skills through participation in workshops, focus groups, interviews and surveys.
Translate your experiences and get support
You can access a range of supports including career readiness tools and planning, assistance preparing for job applications, interviews, placements and settling into a new job, as well as workshops and personalised career advice.
Workshops and events
Events to secure internships and part-time work.
Workshops for graduate job readiness.
A week of events and activities to build your employability.
English practice and cultural exchange sessions.
Programs designed for graduate students with tools and resources for your career.
Digital tools and resources
AI resume review & scoring tool.
Free online learning modules to explore career options and prepare for job applications.
Interactive tool to assess career readiness and plan actions.
The Wellbeing Hub has a range of resources to help you enhance skills, build resilience and connect with others.
Advice and help
20-minute tailored career planning sessions.
Peer help with resumes, interviews and job search.
Support and employment opportunities for students living with disability illness and injury.