The Clerkship Development Initiative (CDI) is a program for 2Ls interested in clerking and exploring opportunities in the judiciary. Specifically, CDI seeks to support 2Ls who plan to start applying to clerkships in Summer 2026, particularly those for whom judicial careers are less familiar. Students are paired with faculty, alumni, and third-year mentors to discuss clerkships and workshop application materials in a community setting. The weekly meeting structure provides students with sessions to learn about the role of judges and judicial clerks, and to prepare strong clerkship applications. In-classroom discussions and panels will be supplemented by cohort outings to courthouses. The program is open to all 2Ls. Please RSVP here.
Please reach out to [email protected] with any questions or issues regarding this event.
For more information about our programs, events, and services, visit us at law.columbia.edu/careers/judicial-careers.