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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Interviews and Your Narrative
Interviewing is a key component of the law firm recruitment process, and doing it well requires preparation and practice. Before you turn your full attention to preparing for the end of the semester and exams, meet with an OCS adviser for either a mock interview or a discussion of your overall interview narrative. No matter
October 20, 2026
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Developing a Networking Plan
Networking is one of your best tools for learning about legal practice, differentiating law firms, and creating lasting relationships in the profession. But with all the networking options available to you, you may be wondering how best to use your time. Stop in to our 3L peer advisers’ office hours to learn from someone who
October 13, 2026
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Do Not No Show for Events
Firms track student attendance at their receptions, including no-shows. If, for any reason, you cannot attend an event to which you have RSVP’d “yes” you must let the firm know by sending them an email before the event. When it comes to attending events, consider the following scenarios. Best: If you plan to attend a
October 8, 2026
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Coffee Chats: What to Wear and How to Prepare
With daily employer coffee chats in the OCS suite (WCC 4020) beginning this week, you may be wondering what to wear and how to prepare. These coffee chats are super informal, so come as you are, after or between classes. You don’t need to prepare anything ahead of time, but you can check out our
September 29, 2026
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Responding to Return Offers
If you received an offer to return to your summer firm for post-graduation employment, remember that you need to respond by October 1 (or within 28 days if the offer was made after September 2). For more information, including suggestions on what to say, visit the OCS website at Holding and Responding to Offers.
September 24, 2026