Early Interview Program
The Early Interview Program (“EIP”) is Harvard’s signature law firm recruiting event, where more than 700 law firm offices from across the country (and some international) seek to hire HLS students.
Popular Resources for EIP
Popular Resources for Recruiting Programs and Direct Applications
Popular Resources for Application Materials
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Resumes
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Resumes for LL.M. Students
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Resumes and Deal/Representative Matters Sheets for Alumni
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Resume Review Program for 1Ls
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Cover Letters
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Cover Letters for LL.M. Students
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Cover Letters for Alumni
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Writing Sample for the Private Sector
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References for the Private Sector Job Search
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Clerkship Application Materials
Updates from Hire Ground
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Applying in Smaller Markets
If your 2L summer job search will be focused on a smaller or secondary market, you may be wondering how to think about EIP. While many firms from smaller markets do participate (check the 2025 Employer List), many firms from smaller markets do not participate in EIP or have only a few interview spots shared
May 20, 2025
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Reminder: Complete Your Course Evaluations by 4/27 to Ensure You Have Your Grades
Your spring grades will be delayed if you do not complete all of your course evaluations by this Sunday, April 27. Grades are usually released in early June and a delay would mean you would not receive them until mid-June, impacting your ability to update outstanding direct applications and adjust your bids for EIP. Some
April 24, 2025
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Reminder: Complete Your Course Evaluations to Ensure You Have Your Grades
Your spring grades’ release will be delayed if you do not complete your spring course evaluations by the deadline on Sunday, April 27. Grades are usually released in early June and a delay would mean you would not receive grades until mid-June (7-10 days late). Delayed grades could impact your ability to have a complete
April 24, 2025
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Writing Samples and References
As part of the recruitment process for your 2L summer job, you may be asked to provide a writing sample and/or references. Most 1Ls will use either their memo from LRW or their sections of the brief from LRW. Review our writing samples page for additional guidance and to find a sample cover page. You
April 22, 2025
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Reminder: Complete Your Course Evaluations to Ensure You Have Your Grades
Your spring grades will be delayed if you do not complete your spring course evaluations by this Sunday, April 27. Grades are usually released in early June, and a delay will mean you will not receive your grades until mid-June (10 days later than your classmates). This delay puts you at a real disadvantage since
April 22, 2025