Summer Associate in Washington, DC

Law Firm

Washington, DC

Summer Associate in Washington, DC

Summer Associate

Max 1 yrs required

No

Job Title: 2026 2L Summer Associate

Job Responsibilities:
- Participate in a comprehensive 10-week summer program designed to prepare and train associates for their legal careers.
- Engage in real work assignments for actual clients, allowing for practical, hands-on experience in the legal field.
- Utilize the unique work assignment system to explore areas of individual interest within the legal profession.
- Regularly meet with an assigned partner mentor and an associate mentor to receive guidance, advice, and feedback on work performance and career development.
- Learn about the law firm's culture, practice areas, and different office locations to gain a holistic understanding of the firm's operations and mission.
- Attend various social events to build relationships with partners, associates, and other summer associates, fostering a sense of community and belonging within the firm.

Education and Experience Information:
- Must be a second-year law student (2L) at an accredited law school.
- Demonstrated interest in pursuing a legal career and participating in a summer associate program.
- Strong academic performance and a commitment to professional development.

Salary Information:
- The text does not provide specific salary information for the 2L Summer Associate position.

This opportunity is ideal for law students seeking to gain valuable experience in a professional legal environment, develop their skills, and explore different areas of legal practice. The program emphasizes mentorship, real-world work assignments, and integration into the law firm’s community, positioning summer associates as future leaders within the firm.