On the Job and Professionalism

If you have received an offer and are no longer interested in a particular firm, the firm would prefer you cancel your callback rather than…

If an employer has extended you an offer with a deadline that does not allow you enough time to interview with and decide between other…

Having an issue on the job this summer? Worried you did something wrong or that something is not quite right? Don’t ignore it. You need…

With two days left of EIP, now is not the time to focus on the rearview mirror by dwelling on perceived mistakes or lack of…

Now that you have a couple of days of EIP under your belt, you may be feeling the effects of being “on” for interviews while…

After screener interviews, firms may follow up with you by either phone or email. Make sure your voicemail is set up with a professional-sounding outgoing…

You do not need to send thank you notes after EIP screening interviews. If you have a particularly strong connection with your interviewer or otherwise…

Missing deadlines is always unacceptable and could jeopardize your ability to secure an offer with your firm. Stay on top of all of your deadlines…

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…

Always be proactive so that you consistently have work. Aim to have a constant work stream to stay productive and continue learning. If you are…

The moment you decide a firm is no longer under consideration, promptly decline that offer. By declining offers in a timely manner, you are helping…

Reminder: employers have been asked to schedule interviews around your work schedules. If you are asked to interview during times you have work commitments, you…

If you have received an offer from a direct application, but are hoping to hear back from other firms, you can and should let those…

Every piece of work you turn in should be the highest quality that you are capable of. Even if you are asked for a “draft,”…

To the extent you have any choices among projects in your summer job, try to seek out writing projects. These projects will help develop your…

This summer when completing assignments, make sure you are using firm technology wisely. Do not use firm technology for personal use, always use reputable…

Make sure you are ready to put your best foot forward this summer. If you haven’t already, review the Professionalism Primer section of our…

As you begin preparing for your summer job and continue your 2L job search, make sure you have a professional voicemail greeting on your phone.

As you begin preparing for your summer job, ensure you have a professional voicemail greeting set up and ready, and get in the habit of…

The recruitment process means ongoing communications with employers, some of which are sensitive or tricky. Our Communicating With Employers page includes sample language to…

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