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Interviews, Offers, and On the Job Resources

Updates from Hire Ground

  • Requesting Permission to Use Work Product as a Writing Sample

    If you are hoping to use a writing project from this summer’s job as a writing sample for future job searches, including judicial clerkships, you will need to ask permission. Before you leave the job, ask permission to take redacted versions of the written work product with you to use as a writing sample. If

    July 16, 2025

  • How to Handle an “Exit” Interview

    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 the firm. Keep in mind that your comments likely will be considered when evaluating your candidacy with that employer. Remain positive- hopefully it will be easy to do so. Remember,

    July 16, 2025

  • How to Handle Receiving an Offer From Your Summer Employer

    When you receive an offer from your firm to return after graduation, express your gratitude for the opportunity and communicate enthusiasm about the firm. However, do not feel obligated to accept on the spot. Be aware of the timing guidelines associated with holding open an offer and note that you may be asked to reaffirm your

    July 16, 2025

  • Handling Clerkships and Law Firm Offers

    As you wrap up your summer job, you may be anticipating an offer from a law firm while also seeking a judicial clerkship. A few factors to consider:

    July 16, 2025

  • Following Up After Callbacks

    If you have not heard back from a firm where you did a callback interview, you can and should follow up, particularly if you need to decide on another offer. If it has been over a week since your interviews, or if the firm said you should hear by a certain date and that date

    July 9, 2025