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1L Job Search
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LL.M. Job Search
Get info on OCS events, a step-by-step guide to networking, finding alumni, and informational interviews.
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Alumni Job Search
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Preview and Early Interview Program (EIP)
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Recruiting Programs and Applying Directly to Employers
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Application Materials
Preview and EIP Week
The Early Interview Program (“EIP”) is Harvard’s signature law firm recruiting event, where more than 700 law firm offices from across the country (and some international) seek to hire HLS students. “EIP” includes EIP Preview and EIP Week.
Popular Resources for Preview and EIP Week
Popular Resources for Recruiting Programs and Direct Applications
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Updates from Hire Ground
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Bidding Now Open for 1L Job Fair
Even if you are focused on the private sector for your 1L summer job, it is important to consider public interest positions as well. On January 23 and 24 the Massachusetts Law School Consortium Government & Public Interest Interview Program will be taking place virtually. Bidding is now open and the deadline is December 2
November 19, 2024
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Email Etiquette for the Job Hunter
As you begin sending out your applications for summer job opportunities or for networking inquiries, review these tips on professional email etiquette. Keep email short and on-point. Most lawyers get hundreds of emails each day. Your email should be direct and short enough that the recipient reads it. Double-check your grammar, spelling, and attachments, and
November 19, 2024
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Where to Find Job Postings
As you begin (or start to think about) applying to 1L summer jobs, you may be wondering where to find job postings. Your first stop should be the HLS Job Bank in CSM. You may also search LinkedIn.com/jobs for legal internship postings, particularly opportunities with in-house legal departments. OPIA’s Public Interest Job Search Boards and
November 19, 2024
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Applying for 1L Diversity Positions at Law Firms
Some law firms award diversity scholarships/fellowships to 1L students who have a diverse background. You can find many of these opportunities in the CSM Job Bank. Simply search for “Diversity” in the keywords field. For additional information, review the slides from our 1L Diversity Scholarship Application Workshop.
November 14, 2024
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1L Applications to Law Firms
While your academics should be your primary focus now, you may be planning to send some applications out soon. Once you have identified firms to which you want to apply, check the firm’s website to see how they direct candidates to apply (typically in the “Careers” section). Sometimes you will be directed to apply through
November 14, 2024