Job Search Logistics

Most of you have been focusing on your exams and have spent time this fall planning for 2L recruitment. However, many popular 1L summer jobs…

As we head into reading and exam period, we ask that you avoid interviewing until after exams. Interviewing during this critical time takes away from…

OCS will continue to offer mock interviews in December, January, and beyond. The interview is the part of the recruitment process over which you have…

Remember- you must complete all five of your course evaluations by Monday, December 1 (the Monday after Thanksgiving) in order to receive your grades in…

The vast majority of the 1L class will work in the public sector this summer. Even if you are focused on the private sector, it…

As you begin mapping out your 2L recruitment strategy, the “Apply” section of the 2L Recruiting and EIP Roadmap walks you through how many…

Even if you are primarily focused on private sector opportunities for your 1L summer or have been concentrating on 2L firm recruitment, it is important…

Receipt of your fall grades will be delayed if you do not complete ALL FIVE of your fall course evaluations by the deadline on Monday,…

The 2L Recruiting and EIP Roadmap.provides a helpful framework for navigating law firm recruitment, direct applications, and EIP. No matter where you are in…

As you begin sending out applications for summer job opportunities or for networking inquiries, review these tips on professional email etiquette.

As you consider your summer applications, you may be wondering where to find job postings. For private sector positions, your first stop should be the…

On Friday, you received an announcement about the 2026 Early Interview Program (EIP). For now, your priority should be finishing the semester strong—applications can…

Interviewing is a key component of the law firm recruitment process; doing it well requires preparation and practice. Before you get too busy studying for…

Remember that November 1 is the first day you can apply to 1L employers, not a deadline by which you need to apply. Many firms…

Multiple law firms are using psychometric assessments, such as Suited, in their hiring process. You can only take these assessments once, so approach them seriously.

Every student participating in law firm recruiting should register for a free HLS account with Firm Prospects, a powerful, data-driven platform through which you…

We encourage you to resist the urge to apply to firms before you’re truly ready—having a polished resume, tailored cover letter, references, a writing sample,…

Sign up for the 1L Mock Interview Program today! Registration is open, and slots are filling up quickly. Wherever you plan to apply, you…