Interviewing well is critical to success. A great interview can overcome numerous obstacles, and a poor interview can harm even the best candidates. The good news is that everyone can improve their interview game through in depth preparation and practice.
Podcasts and Videos
| Title | Media Type |
| Acing 1L Interviews | Podcast |
Updates from Hire Ground
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Interviewing during Reading and Exam Period
While many firms are not yet in interview mode, some are interviewing. For those firms that reach out to schedule callbacks, we recommend that you either: (1) interview virtually to avoid unnecessary travel during exam time; or (2) schedule interviews after exams. Let the firm know that you are heading into reading and exam period
April 24, 2025
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Update Your Interview Tracker Tonight
Reminder to update your interview tracker survey tonight as the OCS Interview Tracker spreadsheet will be updated tomorrow. Timely updates ensure that the data we publish in Interview Tracker is robust and up to date.
April 24, 2025
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Sample Communications With Employers
The recruitment process means ongoing communications with employers, some of which are sensitive or tricky. Our Communicating With Employers page includes sample language to get you started for a variety of situations, including checking in on applications, requesting extensions, requesting additional interview times or a virtual interview, and alerting an employer of another offer.
April 22, 2025
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Your Interview Narrative
The key to a successful interview is preparation and practice. Being prepared is not just knowing about the employer but being able to talk about yourself and why you are a strong fit for the firm and its practice areas. Now is a great time to begin working on your narrative and connecting the dots
April 15, 2025
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When Will I Hear From Employers?
If you have started applying directly to firms for 2L summer, you may be wondering how quickly you will hear back. Different firms and markets act on different timelines. Some firms may get back to students extremely quickly (within a day or two), while many employers will not extend invitations for a week or more.
April 15, 2025