2L Summer Associate - Chicago
About the role
Husch Blackwell is seeking second-year law students with a background or interest in litigation for their 2027 summer associate program. Students will work on real cases and projects in a national law firm environment and collaborate with attorneys in various practice and industry groups.
Responsibilities
- Work on real cases and projects in a national law firm environment
- Collaborate with attorneys in various practice and industry groups
- Tailor the summer experience based on personal interests
- Engage with formal and informal mentors
- Participate in seminars and trainings
- Attend a variety of casual social activities
Requirements
- Second-year law students with a background or interest in litigation
- Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
- A willingness to take on significant responsibilities
Qualifications
- Variety of backgrounds, interests, and experiences
- Diverse candidate pool and summer associate class
Benefits
- Foster an engaging and inclusive culture
Pay
The current summer associate salary in Chicago is $3,940 per week.
Schedule
Summer associates will engage in a structured schedule that includes working hours and availability for social activities.
Contact Information
If you have strong interpersonal and teamwork skills and a willingness to take on significant responsibilities, please submit your materials and include your general practice interest(s) and your office location preference(s) in your cover letter.
Application review will begin in mid-May and continue on a rolling basis until positions are filled.