OCS 1L Resume & Cover Letter Workshops
In a small group setting, 1Ls will work with OCS’s 3L Peer Advisers on how to draft a professional, impressive resume and a persuasive cover letter for the private sector. Students can either bring their application materials to the workshop or take notes for later. See full list of workshops: Monday, October 7 from 12:30-1:30pm […]
Women in M&A Panel
Join the American Bar Association (ABA)’s Women in M&A Subcommittee to hear from women who are blazing trails in Mergers & Acquisitions. The panel will provide information on the day-to-day work and lifestyle of an M&A lawyer and offer tips for building a successful career. Food and drink from Flour, courtesy of Richard Climan of […]
Panel of HLS Clerks
What do law clerks for judges actually do? How does the job vary by type of court and judge? Does clerking help with imposter syndrome? Why and how should you research judges in advance? What does the application process look like from the inside? How can you make the most of a clerkship once you […]
Resume and Cover Letter Tutorial
Before you begin your job search, you’ll need a resume. Join OCS Adviser Yih-hsien Shen as she walks you step-by-step through the components of a legal resume, with tips on formatting and content. She will also cover the basics of how to write a law firm cover letter. Co-sponsored by APALSA and SALSA.
DC Market Lunch
Heard the phrase “government-facing work”? Want to learn what that means? Come learn about DC legal market from an expert headhunter. Topics covered will include hot practice areas, and the industries that drive the market. Lunch will be served. Persons with disabilities who wish to request accommodations or who have questions about access, please contact […]
LL.M. Series: Interviewing
An interview is your chance to showcase your qualifications and enthusiasm for a law firm position. Attend this session to learn how to prepare for and succeed in your US-style interviews. Lunch will be served. This program will be recorded and posted to the OCS website for those unable to attend. Persons with disabilities who wish […]
New York Market Lunch
Want to practice in the largest legal market in the world, which is home to 40% of all summer associate positions? Come learn about the New York legal market from an expert headhunter. Topics covered will include hot practice areas, and the industries that drive the market. Lunch will be served. Persons with disabilities who […]
Texas Market Lunch
Austin. Dallas. Houston. Want to learn about three major legal markets, which pay market rate but have a lower cost of living? Come learn about the Texas legal market from an expert headhunter. Topics covered will include hot practice areas, and the industries that drive the market. Lunch will be served. Persons with disabilities who […]
California Market Lunch
Do you believe the West Coast is the best coast? Come learn about the Northern and Southern California legal markets from an expert headhunter. Topics covered will include hot practice areas, and the industries that drive the markets. Lunch will be served. Persons with disabilities who wish to request accommodations or who have questions about […]
Drop-ins with Peter O’Meara – Advisor to International Students and Scholars at the Harvard International Office
Peter O’Meara from the Harvard International Office will hold drop-in office hours in the OPIA suite to offer quick consults and answers questions about travel and work authorization as an international student. No need for an appointment; students will be served on a first-come, first-served basis.
Boston Market Lunch
Enjoying Boston? Interested in life sciences/tech? Come learn about the Boston legal market from an expert headhunter. Topics covered will include hot practice areas, and the industries that drive the market. Lunch will be served. Persons with disabilities who wish to request accommodations or who have questions about access, please contact ocs@law.harvard.edu in advance of […]
OCS 1L Resume & Cover Letter Workshops
In a small group setting, 1Ls will work with OCS’s 3L Peer Advisers on how to draft a professional, impressive resume and a persuasive cover letter for the private sector. Students can either bring their application materials to the workshop or take notes for later. See full list of workshops: Monday, October 7 from 12:30-1:30pm […]
Applying to 1L Diversity Positions
The process for applying to 1L summer diversity positions at major law firms can be daunting. When do I apply? What should I say in my diversity statement? What are firms looking for? Is it worth my time to apply? Hear from students who have been through the application process before and succeeded. Lunch will […]
OCS 1L Resume & Cover Letter Workshops
In a small group setting, 1Ls will work with OCS’s 3L Peer Advisers on how to draft a professional, impressive resume and a persuasive cover letter for the private sector. Students can either bring their application materials to the workshop or take notes for later. See full list of workshops: Monday, October 7 from 12:30-1:30pm […]
Resume and Cover Letter Tutorial
Before you begin your job search, you’ll need a resume. Join OCS Adviser Yih-hsien Shen as she walks you step-by-step through the components of a legal resume, with tips on formatting and content. She will also cover the basics of how to write a law firm cover letter. Co-sponsored by HBLSA and La Alianza.
Meet the Firms
Mark your calendar for the can’t miss event of the semester: OCS’ Meet the Firms. Over 700 law firm offices recruit HLS students each year! Meet the Firms offers you the chance to meet with law firm representatives, ask questions, and start to learn which firms will be of interest to you. Stop by between […]
OCS 1L Resume & Cover Letter Workshops
In a small group setting, 1Ls will work with OCS’s 3L Peer Advisers on how to draft a professional, impressive resume and a persuasive cover letter for the private sector. Students can either bring their application materials to the workshop or take notes for later. See full list of workshops: Monday, October 7 from 12:30-1:30pm […]
Drop-ins with Peter O’Meara – Advisor to International Students and Scholars at the Harvard International Office
Peter O’Meara from the Harvard International Office will hold drop-in office hours in the OPIA suite to offer quick consults and answers questions about travel and work authorization as an international student. No need for an appointment; students will be served on a first-come, first-served basis.