Application Materials
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Job Search Logistics
Updates from Hire Ground
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1L Summer Job
As the semester winds down, if you have not yet secured a 1L summer job, we encourage you to meet with an adviser in OCS or OPIA. There is still time to secure something you are excited about, so meet with an adviser to make sure you are on track.
April 2, 2026
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No Offers Yet? Check in with OCS
If you have been applying to firms but not yet received an offer for a 2L summer associate position, we encourage you to check in with OCS by scheduling an appointment or utilizing drop-in advising. OCS advisers can work with you to develop an action plan for your next steps.
March 26, 2026
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1L Job Search
If you are still seeking a job for this summer, now is a good time to check in and consider expanding your search. In-house legal department hiring is ongoing, so check the CSM job bank regularly for new postings and also check LinkedIn.com/jobs. Judicial internship hiring is also ongoing, so continue to check CSM for
March 12, 2026
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Firm Funding, SPIF, and Financial Aid
Student Financial Services has posted a new Summer 2026 SPIF FAQ that explains how SPIF, financial aid, and LIPP are impacted by law firm stipends and bonuses. If you have accepted a job with a firm that offers a stipend or bonus, please review FAQ page and reach out to SFS with questions.
March 12, 2026
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Your 1L Job Search
Spring Break is just around the corner, so use the next two weeks to move your 1L summer job search forward. Even if you are hoping to work in the private sector, note that most students spend their 1L summer in the public sector, so we encourage you to apply broadly to positions that genuinely
March 3, 2026