Early Interview Program
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.
Popular Resources for EIP
Popular Resources for Recruiting Programs and Direct Applications
Popular Resources for Application Materials
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Resumes
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OCS Resume Review Program (1Ls)
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Resumes for LL.M. Students
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Resumes and Deal/Representative Matters Sheets for Alumni
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Resume Review Program for 1Ls
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Cover Letters
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Cover Letters for LL.M. Students
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Cover Letters for Alumni
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Writing Sample for the Private Sector
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References for the Private Sector Job Search
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Clerkship Application Materials
Updates from Hire Ground
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The Job Search Beyond EIP
We hope you had a good experience at EIP and enjoyed your interviews. We understand that you may be concerned if you have few or no callback interviews scheduled. While some callbacks may still come in, it is best to be proactive because the process moves quickly. We have a number of resources to help
June 20, 2025
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Concerned About Your EIP Results?
If you do not have an offer and have not received any callbacks or are at all concerned about how EIP has been going for you, we encourage you to visit the OCS Zoom Room today to speak with an OCS adviser. We may be able to assuage your concerns, trouble-shoot any interviewing issues before
June 18, 2025
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Applying in Smaller Markets
If your 2L summer job search will be focused on a smaller or secondary market, you may be wondering how to think about EIP. While many firms from smaller markets do participate (check the 2025 Employer List), many firms from smaller markets do not participate in EIP or have only a few interview spots shared
May 20, 2025
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Reminder: Complete Your Course Evaluations by 4/27 to Ensure You Have Your Grades
Your spring grades will be delayed if you do not complete all of your course evaluations by this Sunday, April 27. Grades are usually released in early June and a delay would mean you would not receive them until mid-June, impacting your ability to update outstanding direct applications and adjust your bids for EIP. Some
April 24, 2025
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Reminder: Complete Your Course Evaluations to Ensure You Have Your Grades
Your spring grades’ release will be delayed if you do not complete your spring course evaluations by the deadline on Sunday, April 27. Grades are usually released in early June and a delay would mean you would not receive grades until mid-June (7-10 days late). Delayed grades could impact your ability to have a complete
April 24, 2025