2L Diversity Fellowship Program

Full-time

No

H1: 2L Diversity Fellowship Program (2025) at Foley & Lardner LLP: Promoting Diversity and Inclusion in the Legal Field

H2: Join the 2025 Summer Program and Receive a Salary plus $50,000 Fellowship

Foley & Lardner LLP, a leading law firm, is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, they are offering the 2L Diversity Fellowship Program for second-year law students (Class of 2026). This program aims to support students who share their values and are dedicated to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the legal field.

The fellowship offers a weekly salary throughout the 10-week program, as well as a $50,000 taxable fellowship. This fellowship will be paid in two installments: $20,000 after completing the firm's 2025 Summer Associate Program, and $30,000 within 30 days of joining the firm as an associate or law graduate.

To be eligible for the fellowship, applicants must be second-year . students enrolled in an ABA-accredited law school. Foley & Lardner LLP welcomes applicants of all backgrounds, regardless of race, gender, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected characteristic or condition.

In addition to applying for the fellowship through the firm's career portal, applicants must also apply for at least one of their 2L Summer Associate positions either through the career portal or OCI. If an applicant is already scheduled to interview with the firm during their law school's OCI Program, they do not need to submit another application through the career portal.

To apply, interested applicants must submit a current resume, unofficial or official law school transcript, and a personal statement of approximately 500 words. The personal statement should highlight the applicant's background, accomplishments, and leadership experience that demonstrate their commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion within the legal community.

Due to the high volume of applications, the firm is unable to respond to inquiries about the status of an application. However, applicants will receive a confirmation email upon submitting their application, and they will be contacted if they are selected for the fellowship.

Foley & Lardner LLP is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, or medical condition. For applicants in California, the firm will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with local ordinances.

Summary:

- Foley & Lardner LLP is offering the 2L Diversity Fellowship Program for second-year law students (Class of 2026) as part of their commitment to diversity and inclusion in the legal field.
- The fellowship includes a weekly salary throughout the 10-week program and a $50,000 taxable fellowship, paid in two installments.
- Applicants must be second-year . students enrolled in an ABA-accredited law school and must also apply for at least one of the firm's 2L Summer Associate positions.
- Interested applicants must submit a current resume, law school transcript, and a personal statement highlighting their commitment to diversity and inclusion.
- Foley & Lardner LLP is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, and other protected characteristics.
- For applicants in California, the firm will consider those with arrest and conviction records in accordance with local ordinances.

Weekly salary, $50,000 taxable fellowship, potential for permanent employment

2L law student enrolled in an ABA-accredited law school

Apply through career portal with resume, unofficial or official law school transcript, and personal statement

Qualification and Experience 2L law student enrolled in an ABA-accredited law school

Legal