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On the Job and Professionalism
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Pick Up the Phone
August 3, 2023
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…
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EIP Day Two: Keep Your Eyes on the Road Ahead of You
August 2, 2023
With two days left of EIP week, now is not the time to be looking in the rearview mirror by dwelling on perceived mistakes or…
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Callback Invitations and Scheduling
August 2, 2023
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…
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Treat Every Interview as if it Were Your First
August 2, 2023
Now that you have a couple of days of EIP under your belt, you are no doubt feeling the effects. Although you may be feeling…
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Thank You Notes
August 1, 2023
You do not need to send thank you notes after EIP screening interviews. If you had a particularly strong connection with your interviewer or otherwise…
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Check Your Voicemail and Spam Folder
August 1, 2023
As firms start getting back to students about callbacks, make sure your voicemail is set up and professional and that you are checking it frequently. Also…
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Show Gratitude For Your Summer Experience
July 25, 2023
As you finish up your summer job, remember to show your gratitude to those individuals who helped you this summer. Whether they taught you something…
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If you are hoping to use a writing project from this summer’s job as a writing sample for EIP or future job searches, including…
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How to Handle an “Exit” Interview
July 20, 2023
At the end of your summer program, you may be asked to meet with a member of the recruiting team to discuss your time with…
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Doubts About Your Firm?
July 13, 2023
As your summer program winds down, remember to show your gratitude to those individuals who helped you this summer. Whether they taught you something new,…
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Maintain a Constant Work Stream
June 29, 2023
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…
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Having an Issue on the Job? Big or Small, Call Us!
June 22, 2023
Having an issue on the job this summer? Worried you did something wrong? Don’t ignore it. You need to nip small issues or concerns about…
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Preview Interview Scheduling
June 22, 2023
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…
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Check Your Voicemail and Spam Folder
June 16, 2023
As firms start outreach to students about Preview interviews, make sure your voicemail is set up and professional and that you are checking it frequently. Also…
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Dealing with Deadlines
June 14, 2023
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…
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Splitting the Summer? Don’t Lose Momentum!
June 14, 2023
If you are splitting your summer between two different firms or offices, you must stay conscientious and focused because you will need to make a…
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Considering Changing Firms or Markets
June 8, 2023
As you start your summer job, you may already be thinking about what’s next and considering a change of firm or market next summer/after graduation.
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A Draft is Never “Just” a Draft
June 1, 2023
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,”…
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Make Written Work Product One of Your Summer Goals
June 1, 2023
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…
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Use Technology Wisely This Summer
June 1, 2023
This summer when completing assignments, make sure you are using firm technology wisely. Do not use firm technology for personal use, always use reputable…
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Summer Job Resources
May 25, 2023
As you prepare to begin summer jobs, keep in mind a few key resources that may prove useful this summer. First, Hotshot Legal (you…