Your Career, Your Path
Career development is an ongoing journey and at Harvard Law School, you don’t have to navigate it alone. We encourage staff to take an active role in shaping their professional growth, supported by managers, HR partners, and a wide range of learning and development resources.
Whether you’re expanding your current role or preparing for a new opportunity, we’re committed to supporting internal mobility and helping you build a meaningful, rewarding career here. Explore, plan, and grow!
Resources for Internal Candidates (HarvardKey Required)
From skill-building workshops to career planning resources, Harvard equips you with the tools you need to succeed now and grow into what’s next.
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Elements of a successful career
Career development isn’t an action, but a process, one in which you and the University work together.
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Career Connections
Classes and tools can help you prepare for your next position, put your best foot forward in the application process, and gain an understanding of Harvard’s career landscape
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Networking
Networking events and employee groups offer opportunities for staff to meet and form connections with others that could result in new career opportunities
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Before You Apply
Tips for navigating an internal job search at Harvard
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Center for Workplace Development (CWD) learning options
CWD offers live workshops led by CWD instructors via Zoom as well as on-demand online programs.
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Professional Development
To help build the practical skills you need to excel in your current role and meet your long-term professional development and career goals, The Center for Workplace Development (CWD) provides a wide array of Professional Development Programs.
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Tuition Assistance
To help employees enhance their careers, complete a degree, or explore personal academic interests.
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Harvard Training Portal
Harvard’s system for compliance, training, and professional development.
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LinkedIn Learning
Online learning platform that offers hundreds of self-paced courses to enhance your skills.