2027 1L Summer Associate (Dual Summer) - New York
About The Position
Ashurst Perkins Coie is accepting applications from first-year law students for a two-summer associate opportunity in the firm's 2027 and 2028 summer programs. The program is designed to provide a connected experience across both summers and culminate in the opportunity to join the firm as a full-time associate after law school. Summer associates receive substantive assignments involving research, drafting, and analysis, as well as client-facing projects. They work alongside attorneys and mentors and may attend hearings, client meetings, depositions, and deal closings. Participants may also work on pro bono matters, take part in professional development activities, and attend social events. During the second summer, participants build on their initial experience through increased responsibility, deeper client engagement and relationship building, and further development of core legal skills. The New York office is recruiting summer associates for Corporate and Projects, Energy, Environment & Resources. Applicants join a specific practice area and are encouraged to explain their relevant background, skills, and interests in their application materials. Practice-area transfers are uncommon. Applications are considered on a rolling basis beginning November 2, 2026. Applicants should submit a resume, cover letter identifying their practice-area interest and geographic preference, undergraduate and applicable graduate transcripts, a law school transcript (unofficial copies are accepted, with a transcript to follow when unavailable at application), and a legal writing sample of no more than 10 pages. Applicants seeking consideration for the Inclusive Leaders Fellowship should indicate this in the application and include a Personal Statement. Candidates can expect application-status updates by late January 2027. The role pays $18,750 per month and is not benefits-eligible, although paid holidays are available.
Requirements
- Be a first-year student in good standing at an ABA-accredited law school.
- Submit a resume, cover letter stating practice-area interest and geographic preference, undergraduate and applicable graduate transcripts, a law school transcript, and a legal writing sample no longer than 10 pages.
- Demonstrate academic achievement, excellent writing and interpersonal skills, and experience that can contribute to a successful legal career.
Nice To Haves
- Relevant academic or professional background, skills, and interests aligned with the selected practice area.
- Life experiences that have shaped the applicant's perspectives and professional goals.
- For consideration for the Inclusive Leaders Fellowship, indicate interest in the application and submit a Personal Statement.
Responsibilities
- Complete substantive legal research, drafting, and analysis assignments.
- Work on client-facing projects alongside attorneys and mentors.
- Attend hearings, client meetings, depositions, and deal closings.
- Participate in pro bono matters, professional development activities, and firm social events.
- In the second summer, take on increased responsibility, deepen client engagement and relationship building, and further develop core legal skills.
Benefits
- Paid holidays
- Mentorship and professional development activities
- Opportunity to participate in pro bono matters
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
