On the Job and Professionalism

You may now feel confident with your legal resume and crafting a cover letter, but sometimes communicating with employers after you have applied feels tricky.

Wondering what to wear to law firm events? The dress code for these events can vary by firm and type of event, but the…

At this point in the 1L summer job search, you may be receiving offers from some positions while still interviewing for others. If an employer…

With numerous employer events coming up in the next few months, it’s inevitable that some will conflict with your schedule. If you’re unable to…

Why attend OCS’s EIP Networking Masterclass & Mingle on January 16? Over the next few weeks, firms will be hosting receptions—which are great opportunities…

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

After attending employer events, many students wonder about following up with those they met at the event. After a good conversation with an attorney,…

Starting in November, some firms will host receptions and other events for 1Ls. Think of these events as your first step in law firm recruitment…

As you begin preparing for networking and your summer job search, review your professional presence to make sure that all your possible interactions with potential…

If you received an offer to return to your summer firm for permanent employment, remember that for offers made before September 2, you need to…

If you participated in Preview or EIP and were fortunate enough to receive multiple offers, take stock of whether you have tied up all loose…

If you have not heard back from a firm where you did a callback interview, you can and should follow up, particularly if waiting is…

If you requested an extension on an offer received prior to EIP until this Thursday, August 15, be sure to notify the firm of your…

If you choose to decline an offer of summer employment, let the firm know as soon as you decide. Simply email the recruiting contact and…

If you have received an offer that you know you want to accept, or if you are otherwise no longer interested in a particular firm,…

If you are having a hard time scheduling an interview or otherwise reaching an employer, try picking up the phone and calling rather than sending…

You are in the home stretch with one day left in EIP Week. Take a moment tonight to reflect on your interviews so far: What…

All callback invitations should be acknowledged promptly (within one business day at most), even if you are unsure you want to accept the callback. If…