Interviewing
Interviewing well is critical to success – everyone can improve their interview game through in-depth preparation and practice.
Updates from Hire Ground
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No offer and 3L Job Search
If you did not receive an offer or received a “cold offer” from your 2L summer firm, please let us know immediately. You can reach out through a drop-in advising session or by making an appointment. You can also email ocs@law.harvard.edu and an adviser will get back to you. The earlier we know about your situation,
August 20, 2026
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Strengthen Your Network
Now is a great moment to reconnect with your professional contacts. Take a few minutes to send a short update to attorneys, mentors, and supervisors who have helped you along the way and let them know how your summer went, what you worked on or learned, and what you’re thinking about for next steps. A
August 13, 2026
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Managing a Return Offer
If you received a post-graduation offer from your summer firm but are unsure if you will accept it, it is important to handle the situation professionally. Be sure to express your gratitude for the opportunity and communicate enthusiasm about the firm and the offer. Make sure you know when your employer expects a decision. If
August 6, 2026
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Timeline for Responding to Return Offer
If you have received an offer to return to your summer firm for permanent employment, make sure you are aware of the timelines for your decision. For offers made before September 2, you will have until October 1 to accept the offer (or 28 days if the offer is made after September 2). If your
July 30, 2026
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Holding Open an Offer to Pursue a Public Interest or Business Opportunity (April 1 Rule)
As you consider offers from firms this summer, review our webpage on Holding and Responding to Offers for information on timelines and requirements for responding. Full-Time offers from a past or current employer remain open until either October 1 of your final year of law school or 28 days from the date of the offer
July 30, 2026