Interviewing well is critical to success. A great interview can overcome numerous obstacles, and a poor interview can harm even the best candidates. The good news is that everyone can improve their interview game through in depth preparation and practice.
Podcasts and Videos
| Title | Media Type |
| Acing 1L Interviews | Podcast |
Updates from Hire Ground
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Interview Preparation
While students often talk about the importance of grades, we see that interviews are actually the biggest difference maker in hiring decisions. Make sure you are interview-ready by listening to the Acing 1L Interviews podcast, and by reviewing interview prep, common interview questions and questions to ask employers, and what to wear for an interview.
January 23, 2025
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Thank You Notes After Interviews?
Many students wonder if they should be writing thank you notes after interviews with potential employers for 1L summer positions. The general rule, particularly for large law firm employers, is that they are not necessary after a screening interview but are recommended after a callback interview. If you do decide to send a thank you
January 9, 2025
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Resources to Help You with Your Interviews
Whether you already have some interviews lined up, or hope to have some shortly, make sure you are prepared. Start by listening to the Acing 1L Interviews podcast. Then review the many resources on interviewing available to you on the OCS website, including information on what to wear, possible interview questions and questions you can
January 2, 2025
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Scheduling Summer Job Interviews During J-Term
Please remember that interviews for 1L summer positions should not be scheduled during any classes during J-Term. Our Employer Recruiting Policies alert employers to the prohibition of interviewing during J-Term, so they should be accommodating in scheduling your interview at a time that does not conflict with course requirementsor on a date after the term
December 18, 2024
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Preparing for the 1L Mock Interview Program
The 1L Mock Interview Program is a low-pressure event that gives you the chance to work out any interviewing kinks before your real interviews in the coming months. To prepare for your interviews: make sure you’ve followed the steps outlined on the 1L Mock Interview Program page, including uploading your resume to Flo Recruit, confirm
October 31, 2024