Interviewing
Interviewing well is critical to success – everyone can improve their interview game through in-depth preparation and practice.
Updates from Hire Ground
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No Callbacks? Check in With OCS
If you do not already have an offer and have not yet received any 2L summer interview invitations (or callbacks following early screening interviews), we encourage you to check in with OCS. We have appointments available this week and drop-in advising. This process moves quickly, so we encourage you to check in early and often
January 27, 2026
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Spring Classes and Interview Scheduling
Remember to schedule your interviews (or office visits) so they do not conflict with class. This is as true for spring semester, as it was for J-term. If the only options initially offered conflict with your class schedule, you should ask for alternative times. The best person to contact is your interview coordinator; send them
January 27, 2026
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Callback and Offer Visit Expenses
If you recently traveled for interviews or plan to do so at some point for office visits, you may be wondering how to handle expenses. For any in-person callbacks or post-offer office visits, firms will typically reimburse you for reasonable travel expenses. Some firms have written reimbursement guidelines while others handle on a case-by-case basis. Make
January 27, 2026
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When to Follow Up with an Employer
If you are waiting to hear back from a firm, a brief email reiterating your interest can be helpful. You may reach out to the firm’s recruiting contact to check on the status of your application. It is also appropriate to follow up after a screening or callback interview if more than a week has
January 27, 2026
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Declining Offers and Excess Callbacks
Remember, per our policies, you should not be holding more than 3 offers at any given time. The moment you decide a firm is no longer under consideration, promptly decline that offer. Similarly, once you receive an offer, look at your callback schedule and promptly cancel any interviews with firms you are no longer seriously
January 22, 2026