Public Interest Networking (PIN) Reception

Goal of the Reception

The goal of the annual PIN Reception is to introduce law students to and highlight the outstanding and rewarding public service work of non-profit organizations, government agencies, and private public interest law firms. The PIN Reception also provides an opportunity for law students to meet attorneys, as well as other students, who share their interests.

There is no expectation that employers will extend offers of employment. In fact, students are informed that employers will not be arranging job interviews and they are instructed not to bring resumes. Instead, we encourage employers to post openings for internships and permanent positions on PSJD.org, the leading online resource for public service careers.

Format of the Reception

The PIN Reception presents a rare opportunity for students and employers to meet and connect in person. The format of the PIN Reception is fairly informal and set up for “table talks” between students and employers. 

This annual reception has been highly successful in the past. The event aims to build on that success and create another outstanding reception.

Please contact Adiaha Foglino, Office Manager in the Public Interest Resource Center at Fordham University School of Law at [email protected] if you have any questions or concerns. We appreciate your participation!

Law Student & Alumni Attendees: Information & Registration

• Only law students (J.D. & L.L.M.) and alumni of participating law schools are invited to attend.
• Students do not need to register ahead of time but must sign-in (by law school) upon arrival.
• See Frequently Asked Questions
• See Tips for Table Talk
• Please do not bring a resume. 
• Ask for the contact information for public interest employer representatives you are interested in following-up with. 
• Business casual dress is encouraged.
• A list of the participating public interest employers will be available as we get closer to the Reception. 
• You should expect to receive information, advice, and encouragement. You should not expect internship/job interviews or job offers. Please see internship/job opportunities posted on psjd.org. 
• For Reception support, reach out to the public interest career offices at your respective schools.

We look forward to seeing you and appreciate your participation!