by richmondlawcdo | May 6, 2020 | Advice for Students, Summer Success
Best Communication Practices for 2020’s Summer Hires: Best practices for Zoom meetings by Mary Crane This summer you will have fewer opportunities than your predecessors had to interact in person with employers and recruiters. Because of social distancing...
by richmondlawcdo | Apr 29, 2020 | Advice for Students, Interview Skills
Arrange Background Appearance. “When you set up for your interview, look around at what the interviewer will be seeing in the background. Keep your background businesslike, clean and preferably neutral. If your desk will be showing, organize the top neatly and get...
by richmondlawcdo | Feb 4, 2020 | Advice for Students, Interview Skills
Should I send a hand-written or email thank-you note after an interview? A well-written, sincere thank-you note makes a good impression immediately after an interview. Send a separate note to each interviewer after a screening interview and personalize the message...
by richmondlawcdo | Dec 5, 2019 | Advice for Students, Judicial Clerkships
By Sarah Mikowski (L’19) Judicial internships are a great opportunity for law students, especially in the summer between their first and second year. I interned for a federal magistrate judge my 1L summer and really enjoyed my experience. Through my judicial...
by richmondlawcdo | Dec 3, 2019 | Advice for Students, Networking, Uncategorized
The approaching holiday season provides new professionals and law students with multiple opportunities to make new contacts and deepen relationships that already exist. To make the most of these events, use these strategies: Attend every holiday party and reception to...
by richmondlawcdo | Aug 19, 2019 | Advice for Students, Interview Skills
I received a voicemail or email offering me a summer internship. How should I respond? First, respond to the employer quickly via the same communication method they used. Convey your enthusiasm and continued interest in the position, and thank them for the...
