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1L Job Search E-Advising Series: Further Guidelines on 1L Advising
September 29, 2022
In an effort to help guide you in your public sector summer job search and beyond, we've answered some common 1L questions about accessing OPIA advisers and services.
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A few plaintiffs’ firms and several litigation boutiques participate in EIP, but most plaintiffs’ firms and private public interest law firms (PPILFs) do not participate in campus recruiting programs like EIP or V-PIIP. Learn more about how the hiring processes differ with these types of firms.
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International Travel Requirements
April 15, 2022
All HLS students who are receiving SPIF funding and will traveling abroad this summer, including international students returning to their home countries, must fulfill several pre-travel requirements prior to departing the U.S. If you have any questions, email International Legal Studies.
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Exploring Public Interest Resources at HLS: Career Options in Public International Law
November 12, 2021
Interested in learning more about public international law work? These resources can help you begin your exploration.
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New Fellowship Application Calendar
June 11, 2021
Check out our new fellowship application calendar that breaks down and maps out the application processes for many of the more complicated project- and organization-based fellowships. Use this in conjunction with our other fellowship resources and fellowship and entry-level jobs deadlines feed. We look forward to supporting you through your entry-level job search this upcoming year and to seeing you back on campus.
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New General and Post-Grad Job Search FAQs
April 2, 2021
We've expanded our popular summer public interest job search FAQs with additional answers to common general and post-grad public interest job search questions to help you get started or answer questions wherever you are in the process. Check out all of our FAQS!
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Still Seeking a Summer Position?
March 5, 2021
Are you still searching for a 1L or 2L summer position? OPIA advisors are here to help - sign up for an open advising appointment!
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Application materials for the Harvard Law School Public Service Venture Fund Seed Grant will be accepted online until Friday, January 15, 2021 at 5 pm. The PSVF Selection Committee invites J.D. alumni to apply for a seed grant to support a proposed organization that is in its initial stages and has few available funding sources. Learn more and apply!
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Cancelled – Alumni New York City Public Interest Reception
March 12, 2020
Unfortunately, given the uncertainty surrounding Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) and consistent with Harvard University's policies regarding travel and gatherings, we will be cancelling our Public Interest Reception in NYC on March 19.
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Exploring Public Interest Resources at HLS: Spotlight on State Attorney General Work
October 29, 2019
Attorneys general are independent state constitutional officers vested with extraordinarily broad criminal and civil responsibilities. Learn more about state AG work and resources available to you at HLS.
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MLSC Bidding Deadline Extended for U.S. DOJ, Civil Rights Division, Disability Section!
August 29, 2019
Missed the MLSC bidding deadline for the U.S. DOJ, Civil Rights Division, Disability Section? It's now extended to Friday, September 20, 2019! Learn more and submit your materials.
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12 Months of Diversity & Inclusion Opportunities
January 2, 2019
A comprehensive listing of diversity scholarships, clerkships, mentorships, internships, conventions, and job fairs available to law students.
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Speaking Up for the Voiceless
January 2, 2019
"The point is not just to protect victims and hold people accountable—the deterrence function—but to make sure we’re using our resources to effectively address what led the person to commit this act."
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The Air Force JAG Corps’ Graduate Law Program and the One Year College Program selection boards are now open!
November 30, 2018
1Ls are now able to apply for for entry into the Graduate Law program while 2Ls are able to apply for the One Year College Program. Online applications will be accepted until January 10, 2019. Other important deadlines for the program include:
January 10, 2019: Complete an interview with AFROTC Detachment Commander
February 1, 2019: Complete an interview with a Staff Judge Advocate
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Website Secure Content Login Now through HarvardKey
November 29, 2018
The HLS website has moved to HarvardKey. This means secure webpages that use LDAP (HLS Me) credentials to log in will now require HarvardKey credentials instead. There will be a new login screen that will prompt you to enter your HarvardKey with two-factor authentication. Once logged in, you’ll be able to view content on the HLS website.
If you have any questions or problems logging in, please contact ITS at 617-495-0722 or submit a ticket through the HLS Administrative Services Hub. -
DOJ Volunteer Legal Internship Webinar
November 27, 2018
Check out two webinar recordings to hear from different attorneys and learn more about working at the Department of Justice !
The webinar links will remain open until December 1, 2018
November 14th Webinar Session November 15th Webinar Session
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Top New York Child Welfare Advocate Joins Government
October 12, 2018
Stephanie Gendell '98, a veteran advocate with Citizens’ Committee for Children of New York, has joined the New York City Administration for Children’s Services.
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NYC Mayor Bill de Blasio Hired HLS alum, Ayirini Fonseca-Sabune ’12, as the City’s Chief Democracy Officer
October 12, 2018
"What I bring to it is really being out in the community, figuring out why people don’t vote, supporting them, figuring out how to engage with them and making it easier to vote in New York,”