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The Office of Career Services (OCS) is a team of advisors and recruitment professionals who work with current students, alumni and employers with a focus on private sector careers and judicial clerkships. We work closely with our sister office, the Office of Public Interest Advising (OPIA), who advise on public sector career pursuits.
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1Ls
Learn about 1L career advising, career options, and your 1L job search.
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2Ls
Prepare and plan for your 2L summer job search, and participate in EIP.
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3Ls
Conduct your 3L job search and handle other requirements for graduation.
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LL.M. Students
Learn about career advising, and prepare and participate in the LL.M. Job Fair.
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International Students
Additional considerations for international students.
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Joint Degree Students
Additional considerations for joint-degree students.
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Alumni
Learn about career services available to all HLS Alumni.
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Employers
Post a job, participate in recruiting programs, and engage with HLS students.
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Upcoming Events
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2L Judicial Clerkship Q&A
September 11, 2024
12:30 pm – 1:15 pm2Ls, if you are interested in clerking, what should you be doing now? After reviewing last fall’s Introduction to Judicial Clerkships for a big-picture overview, come for a refresher, an update on the application timeline, and answers to any questions you have. Feel free to bring your lunch. -
LL.M. Series: Drafting Job Search Materials
September 17, 2024
12:30 pm – 1:30 pmProfessional and polished job search documents are the foundation for every successful LL.M. job search. Attend this session to learn the basics about how to draft a U.S. style resume and cover letter, how to choose a writing sample, and how to create a list of references. -
Judicial Clerkships 101
September 23, 2024
12:30 pm – 1:15 pmA judicial clerkship is one of the most substantive jobs you can have at the beginning of a career in law. Learn about this exciting option and how to develop your candidacy starting in your first year of law school. This introduction will set you up for further information on the…