Class of 2029 Summer Associate – Chicago (2027 1L & 2028 2L Opportunities)
Office Chicago, IL
Practice Area Summer Program
Date Posted Oct 29, 2026
Faegre Drinker is seeking applications from law students in the Class of 2029 interested in a 2028 2L Summer Associate position in our Chicago office. A limited number of applicants may also be considered for a 2027 1L Summer Associate position. Applicants interested in being considered for both summers may indicate their interest through the application process and cover letter. Candidates selected for a 2027 1L Summer Associate position will also receive an offer to join our 2028 Summer Associate Program. The 2027 and 2028 offers are contingent upon acceptance of both offers. How to Apply: To apply, please submit: - A cover letter specifying the office in which you are interested and your connection(s) that location;
- Resume;
- Unofficial undergraduate transcript;
- Unofficial law school transcript, if available; and
- A brief writing sample (8-10 pages).
- Applicants who would also like to be considered for a 2027 1L Summer Associate position should indicate their interest as part of the application process. A separate application is not required.
Questions: Please visit the Faegre Drinker law student careers site for more information and contact the recruiting contact for your preferred office with questions. Compensation: The anticipated weekly salary for someone who is hired into this position is $4,326. Actual initial salary will be based on the location of where the position is filled and consistent with applicable law. |
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Class of 2029 Summer Associate – Dallas (2028 2L | Litigation)
Office Dallas, TX
Practice Area Summer Program
Date Posted Oct 29, 2026
Faegre Drinker is seeking applications from law students in the Class of 2029 interested in a 2028 2L Summer Associate position in our Dallas office. This office is recruiting for 2028 2L Summer Associate positions only. How to Apply: To apply, please submit: - A cover letter specifying the office in which you are interested and your connection(s) that location;
- Resume;
- Unofficial undergraduate transcript;
- Unofficial law school transcript, if available; and
- A brief writing sample (8-10 pages).
Questions: Please visit the Faegre Drinker law student careers site for more information and contact the recruiting contact for your preferred office with questions. Compensation: The anticipated weekly salary for someone who is hired into this position is $3,846. Actual initial salary will be based on the location of where the position is filled and consistent with applicable law. |
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Class of 2029 Summer Associate – Denver (2027 1L & 2028 2L Opportunities)
Office Denver, CO
Practice Area Summer Program
Date Posted Oct 29, 2026
Faegre Drinker is seeking applications from law students in the Class of 2029 interested in a 2028 2L Summer Associate position in our Denver office. A limited number of applicants may also be considered for a 2027 1L Summer Associate position. Applicants interested in being considered for both summers may indicate their interest through the application process and cover letter. Candidates selected for a 2027 1L Summer Associate position will also receive an offer to join our 2028 Summer Associate Program. The 2027 and 2028 offers are contingent upon acceptance of both offers. How to Apply: To apply, please submit: - A cover letter specifying the office in which you are interested and your connection(s) that location;
- Resume;
- Unofficial undergraduate transcript;
- Unofficial law school transcript, if available; and
- A brief writing sample (8-10 pages).
- Applicants who would also like to be considered for a 2027 1L Summer Associate position should indicate their interest as part of the application process. A separate application is not required.
Questions: Please visit the Faegre Drinker law student careers site for more information and contact the recruiting contact for your preferred office with questions. Compensation: The anticipated weekly salary for someone who is hired into this position is $3,846. Actual initial salary will be based on the location of where the position is filled and consistent with applicable law. In alignment with applicable Colorado state law, applications for this role will be accepted through January 15 . |
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Class of 2029 Summer Associate – Des Moines (2028 2L)
Office Des Moines, IA
Practice Area Summer Program
Date Posted Oct 29, 2026
Faegre Drinker is seeking applications from law students in the Class of 2029 interested in a 2028 2L Summer Associate position in our Des Moines office. This office is recruiting for 2028 2L Summer Associate positions only. How to Apply: To apply, please submit: - A cover letter specifying the office in which you are interested and your connection(s) that location;
- Resume;
- Unofficial undergraduate transcript;
- Unofficial law school transcript, if available; and
- A brief writing sample (8-10 pages).
Questions: Please visit the Faegre Drinker law student careers site for more information and contact the recruiting contact for your preferred office with questions. Compensation: The anticipated weekly salary for someone who is hired into this position is $3,076. Actual initial salary will be based on the location of where the position is filled and consistent with applicable law. |
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Class of 2029 Summer Associate – Florham Park (2027 1L & 2028 2L Opportunities)
Office Florham Park, NJ
Practice Area Summer Program
Date Posted Oct 29, 2026
Faegre Drinker is seeking applications from law students in the Class of 2029 interested in a 2028 2L Summer Associate position in our Florham Park office. A limited number of applicants may also be considered for a 2027 1L Summer Associate position. Applicants interested in being considered for both summers may indicate their interest through the application process and cover letter. Candidates selected for a 2027 1L Summer Associate position will also receive an offer to join our 2028 Summer Associate Program. The 2027 and 2028 offers are contingent upon acceptance of both offers. How to Apply: To apply, please submit: - A cover letter specifying the office in which you are interested and your connection(s) that location;
- Resume;
- Unofficial undergraduate transcript;
- Unofficial law school transcript, if available; and
- A brief writing sample (8-10 pages).
- Applicants who would also like to be considered for a 2027 1L Summer Associate position should indicate their interest as part of the application process. A separate application is not required.
Questions: Please visit the Faegre Drinker law student careers site for more information and contact the recruiting contact for your preferred office with questions. Compensation: The anticipated weekly salary for someone who is hired into this position is $3,846. Actual initial salary will be based on the location of where the position is filled and consistent with applicable law. |
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Class of 2029 Summer Associate – Fort Wayne (2027 1L & 2028 2L Opportunities)
Office Fort Wayne, IN
Practice Area Summer Program
Date Posted Oct 29, 2026
Faegre Drinker is seeking applications from law students in the Class of 2029 interested in a 2028 2L Summer Associate position in our Fort Wayne office. A limited number of applicants may also be considered for a 2027 1L Summer Associate position. Applicants interested in being considered for both summers may indicate their interest through the application process and cover letter. Candidates selected for a 2027 1L Summer Associate position will also receive an offer to join our 2028 Summer Associate Program. The 2027 and 2028 offers are contingent upon acceptance of both offers. How to Apply: To apply, please submit: - A cover letter specifying the office in which you are interested and your connection(s) that location;
- Resume;
- Unofficial undergraduate transcript;
- Unofficial law school transcript, if available; and
- A brief writing sample (8-10 pages).
- Applicants who would also like to be considered for a 2027 1L Summer Associate position should indicate their interest as part of the application process. A separate application is not required.
Questions: Please visit the Faegre Drinker law student careers site for more information and contact the recruiting contact for your preferred office with questions. Compensation: The anticipated weekly salary for someone who is hired into this position is $3,076. Actual initial salary will be based on the location of where the position is filled and consistent with applicable law. |
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Class of 2029 Summer Associate – Indianapolis (2027 1L & 2028 2L Opportunities)
Office Indianapolis, IN
Practice Area Summer Program
Date Posted Oct 29, 2026
Faegre Drinker is seeking applications from law students in the Class of 2029 interested in a 2028 2L Summer Associate position in our Indianapolis office. A limited number of applicants may also be considered for a 2027 1L Summer Associate position. Applicants interested in being considered for both summers may indicate their interest through the application process and cover letter. Candidates selected for a 2027 1L Summer Associate position will also receive an offer to join our 2028 Summer Associate Program. The 2027 and 2028 offers are contingent upon acceptance of both offers. How to Apply: To apply, please submit: - A cover letter specifying the office in which you are interested and your connection(s) that location;
- Resume;
- Unofficial undergraduate transcript;
- Unofficial law school transcript, if available; and
- A brief writing sample (8-10 pages).
- Applicants who would also like to be considered for a 2027 1L Summer Associate position should indicate their interest as part of the application process. A separate application is not required.
Questions: Please visit the Faegre Drinker law student careers site for more information and contact the recruiting contact for your preferred office with questions. Compensation: The anticipated weekly salary for someone who is hired into this position is $3,365. Actual initial salary will be based on the location of where the position is filled and consistent with applicable law. |
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Class of 2029 Summer Associate – Los Angeles (2028 2L | Litigation)
Office Los Angeles, CA
Practice Area Summer Program
Date Posted Oct 29, 2026
Faegre Drinker is seeking applications from law students in the Class of 2029 interested in a 2028 2L Summer Associate position in our Los Angeles office. This office is recruiting for 2028 2L Summer Associate positions only. How to Apply: To apply, please submit: - A cover letter specifying the office in which you are interested and your connection(s) that location;
- Resume;
- Unofficial undergraduate transcript;
- Unofficial law school transcript, if available; and
- A brief writing sample (8-10 pages).
Questions: Please visit the Faegre Drinker law student careers site for more information and contact the recruiting contact for your preferred office with questions. Compensation: The anticipated weekly salary for someone who is hired into this position is $4,326. Actual initial salary will be based on the location of where the position is filled and consistent with applicable law. |
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Class of 2029 Summer Associate – Minneapolis (2027 1L, 2027 TCDIP 1L, and 2028 2L Opportunities)
Office Minneapolis, MN
Practice Area Summer Program
Date Posted Oct 29, 2026
Faegre Drinker is seeking applications from law students in the Class of 2029 interested in a 2028 2L Summer Associate position in our Minneapolis office.
A limited number of applicants may also be considered for a 2027 1L Summer Associate position. Applicants interested in being considered for both summers may indicate their interest through the application process and cover letter. Candidates selected for a 2027 1L Summer Associate position will also receive an offer to join our 2028 Summer Associate Program. The 2027 and 2028 offers are contingent upon acceptance of both offers.
2027 1L Minneapolis Summer Associate Opportunities: - A 2027 1L Summer Associate position. Applicants interested in being considered for both summers may indicate their interest through the application process and cover letter. Depending on client needs and availability, a limited number of 1L summer associates may also have the opportunity to participate in a three- to four-week rotation with the legal department of a corporate client of the firm. Such opportunities are not guaranteed and may not be available to all 1L summer associates.
- A 2027 1L Summer Associate position in our Minneapolis office through our partnership with Twin Cities Diversity in Practice (TCDIP). This opportunity combines a traditional law firm clerkship with experience working in-house in a corporate law department. In 2027, our corporate law department partner is Cargill. The paid summer associate position includes a rotation of approximately three to four weeks with the corporate partner, as well as opportunities to attend networking receptions and educational seminars through TCDIP.
How to Apply
To apply, please submit: - A cover letter specifying the office in which you are interested and your connection(s) that location;
- Resume;
- Unofficial undergraduate transcript;
- Unofficial law school transcript, if available; and
- A brief writing sample (8-10 pages).
- Applicants who would also like to be considered for a 2027 1L Summer Associate and/or a 2027 1L Twin Cities Diversity in Practice Summer Associate position should indicate their interest as part of the application process. A separate application is not required.
Questions
Please direct questions to Keara Bores, Faegre Drinker Associate Recruiting Specialist. Compensation
The anticipated weekly salary for someone who is hired into this position is $3,846. Actual initial salary will be based on the location of where the position is filled and consistent with applicable law. |
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Class of 2029 Summer Associate – New York (2028 2L)
Office New York, NY
Practice Area Summer Program
Date Posted Oct 29, 2026
Faegre Drinker is seeking applications from law students in the Class of 2029 interested in a 2028 2L Summer Associate position in our New York office. This office is recruiting for 2028 2L Summer Associate positions only. How to Apply: To apply, please submit: - A cover letter specifying the office in which you are interested and your connection(s) that location;
- Resume;
- Unofficial undergraduate transcript;
- Unofficial law school transcript, if available; and
- A brief writing sample (8-10 pages).
Questions: Please visit the Faegre Drinker law student careers site for more information and contact the recruiting contact for your preferred office with questions. Compensation: The anticipated weekly salary for someone who is hired into this position is $4,326. Actual initial salary will be based on the location of where the position is filled and consistent with applicable law. |
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Class of 2029 Summer Associate – Philadelphia (2027 1L & 2028 2L Opportunities)
Office Philadelphia, PA
Practice Area Summer Program
Date Posted Oct 29, 2026
Faegre Drinker is seeking applications from law students in the Class of 2029 interested in a 2028 2L Summer Associate position in our Philadelphia office. A limited number of applicants may also be considered for a 2027 1L Summer Associate position. Applicants interested in being considered for both summers may indicate their interest through the application process and cover letter. Candidates selected for a 2027 1L Summer Associate position will also receive an offer to join our 2028 Summer Associate Program. The 2027 and 2028 offers are contingent upon acceptance of both offers. How to Apply: To apply, please submit: - A cover letter specifying the office in which you are interested and your connection(s) that location;
- Resume;
- Unofficial undergraduate transcript;
- Unofficial law school transcript, if available; and
- A brief writing sample (8-10 pages).
- Applicants who would also like to be considered for a 2027 1L Summer Associate position should indicate their interest as part of the application process. A separate application is not required.
Questions: Please visit the Faegre Drinker law student careers site for more information and contact the recruiting contact for your preferred office with questions. Compensation: The anticipated weekly salary for someone who is hired into this position is $4,134. Actual initial salary will be based on the location of where the position is filled and consistent with applicable law. |
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Class of 2029 Summer Associate – Washington, D.C. (2027 1L & 2028 2L Opportunities)
Office Washington, D.C.
Practice Area Summer Program
Date Posted Oct 29, 2026
Faegre Drinker is seeking applications from law students in the Class of 2029 interested in a 2028 2L Summer Associate position in our Washington, D.C. office. A limited number of applicants may also be considered for a 2027 1L Summer Associate position. Applicants interested in being considered for both summers may indicate their interest through the application process and cover letter. Candidates selected for a 2027 1L Summer Associate position will also receive an offer to join our 2028 Summer Associate Program. The 2027 and 2028 offers are contingent upon acceptance of both offers. How to Apply: To apply, please submit: - A cover letter specifying the office in which you are interested and your connection(s) that location;
- Resume;
- Unofficial undergraduate transcript;
- Unofficial law school transcript, if available; and
- A brief writing sample (8-10 pages).
- Applicants who would also like to be considered for a 2027 1L Summer Associate position should indicate their interest as part of the application process. A separate application is not required.
Questions: Please visit the Faegre Drinker law student careers site for more information and contact the recruiting contact for your preferred office with questions. Compensation: The anticipated weekly salary for someone who is hired into this position is $4,326. Actual initial salary will be based on the location of where the position is filled and consistent with applicable law. |
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