Career Explore Programme

This programme will share with you some practical advice on CV/cover letters, interview and networking techniques, as well as a chance to engage with industry partners and carry out mock interviews with external organisations.

Join us for the Career Explore Programme, a dynamic series of events designed to help Law students build confidence, sharpen career skills, and connect with the legal profession. 

Career Explore Day – 31 August 2026
A half day of practical workshops covering:

• Career pathways
• CV and cover letter writing
• Interview preparation
• Networking strategies 

Industry Site Visits – 1 September 2026 and 8 September 2026
Two exclusive visits to leading workplaces, offering behind-the-scenes insights and real-world exposure. 

Mock Interviews with industry partners – 15 September 2026
Practice makes perfect. Engage in realistic mock interviews and receive invaluable feedback from industry professionals.  

Career Explore Programme Closing Event & Panel – 21 September 2026
Wrap up the programme with an inspiring panel of lawyers representing a rich mix of backgrounds, from traditional law firms to innovative and emerging legal careers.

• Students must be in Part 2 onwards.
• Site visits with law firm and professional service firm will be based in Auckland, be reasonably central, and be easy for students to get to.
• Places on the programme are limited, and we cannot guarantee that you will be accepted.
• This is not a work experience programme or recruitment tool, and students should not expect to obtain employment from the programme.
• If you have been successfully accepted into the programme, you will be notified by the Law Student Development and Engagement Team.

• “Really helpful programme for those who don’t really know anyone in the field or much about the legal profession in general. Highly recommend.”
• “Thank you, Kylie and Amanda, for organising everything and providing unforgettable experiences. The effort you put in truly made a lot of impact on my career exploration. I am less anxious and more prepared to face challenges in my future career path after I attended the Career Explore Programme.”

• “The interview and CV workshops we did were truly so helpful. I consulted my notes from them during recruitment this year and managed to secure a Winter Clerkship position at Chapman Tripp. They said that both my interview and CV really impressed them! The Career Explore Programme genuinely helped so much, so thank you to you and Amanda for running it and giving me the opportunity to be a part of it! It had a real career impact for me.” 

Kylie Chye
Career Development & Employer Engagement Manager
Email: kylie.chye@auckland.ac.nz