Job Search Logistics

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…

There are so many resources available to you when researching firms. But the volume of resources and options can make getting started challenging. Join…

Your primary focus now should be on your classes, but on the career front now is a good time to do the following: …

Branding is important, especially in the hiring process, and when it comes to the legal profession, there is no better brand than Harvard Law School.

The 1L Mock Interview Program offers you a stress-free opportunity to practice your interview skills. You may now schedule private sector mock interviews through the 1L mock interview program in…

As you prepare to start applying for summer jobs, now is the perfect time to make sure your application materials are polished and ready to…

As you consider your 1L job search, don’t miss OPIA’s student-to-student job fair this Monday, October 27 from 6:30-8 p.m. where 2Ls and 3Ls will share their experiences…

As you may know, some Big Law firms will begin accepting 1L summer applications as early as November 1. Before jumping in to apply, be…

It’s time to reconnect with the people you will want to list as references during your upcoming summer job search. Former work supervisors and…

1L summer job postings in the CSM job bank will be available to 1Ls starting tomorrow, October 15, so that you can begin applying on…