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2026 Summer Internship

Miami, FL · On-site

$14.25 - $17.25/hr

Current undergraduate Junior, first year MBA student, or 1L/2L in law school * Passion for real ... Ability to relocate to Miami, FL for the summer Program Features: * 10-week program commencing ...

Recruiting Coordinator

Washington, DC · Hybrid

$22.75 - $30.25/hr

Partner with Recruiting & HR Manager to plan and coordinate all aspects of 1L, 2L, 3L, lateral attorney, and support staff recruiting; Manage summer associate, lateral attorney, and support staff job ...

Legal Recruiting Coordinator

New York, NY

$22 - $29.25/hr

Summer Associate/Entry-level Hiring * Assist with implementation of Summer and Fall recruitment ... Facilitate and execute law school sponsored events including diversity initiatives, 1L recruiting ...

Legal Recruiting Coordinator

Manhattan, NY

$22 - $29.25/hr

... necessary 1L recruiting efforts * Summer Program: coordinate pre-summer arrival logistics along with all aspects of the Summer Associate Program liaison to Summer Associates and Work Assignment ...

This position is open to law students at any stage of their legal education (1L, 2L, or 3L; rising ... Part-time or summer full-time schedules are available. This is a non-exempt role at $18/hr.

This position is open to law students at any stage of their legal education (1L, 2L, or 3L; rising ... Part-time or summer full-time schedules are available. This is a non-exempt role at $18/hr.

This position is open to law students at any stage of their legal education (1L, 2L, or 3L; rising ... Part-time or summer full-time schedules are available. This is a non-exempt role at $18/hr.

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How much do summer 1l jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for summer 1l in the United States is $20.32, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $25.48 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Summer 1L position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Summer 1L, you need strong legal research, analytical writing, and critical thinking skills, typically developed through completion of your first year of law school. Familiarity with legal research platforms such as Westlaw or LexisNexis is highly valuable, along with basic proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Superior communication, adaptability, and attention to detail will help you stand out in fast-paced legal environments. These skills and qualities are crucial for producing high-quality work, effectively supporting supervising attorneys, and gaining practical experience in a legal setting.

What kind of work and responsibilities can a Summer 1L expect during their internship?

As a Summer 1L, you will typically be involved in a variety of tasks such as legal research, drafting memoranda, assisting with document review, and participating in meetings or case strategy sessions. You may also have opportunities to observe court hearings, client meetings, or depositions, depending on the organization's focus and size. Collaboration with attorneys and other interns is common, and you can expect feedback to help you develop your practical legal skills. These experiences are designed to expose you to different areas of law and offer a hands-on introduction to the workings of a legal practice.

What is a Summer 1L job?

A Summer 1L job is a legal internship for first-year law students (1Ls) during the summer after their first year of law school. These positions are offered by law firms, government agencies, public interest organizations, and judges. The work typically involves legal research, writing, and observing court proceedings or client meetings. Summer 1L jobs help students gain practical experience and make connections in the legal field.

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Infographic showing various Summer 1L job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% Internship, 93% Full Time, and 4% Summer. Highlights an 94% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,263 per year, or $20.3 per hour.
2027 Summer Associate (New York, NY)

2027 Summer Associate (New York, NY)

Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP

New York, NY • On-site

$4K/wk

Full-time, Temporary

Posted 19 days ago


Job description

Position Summary:
Hughes Hubbard & Reed, LLP is seeking current 1L students interested in joining the 2027 Summer Associate class (expected to be a rising 3L in summer 2027).
Throughout our 10-week program, Summer Associates will be assigned to assist partners and associates with their legal tasks, giving them hands-on experience and mentoring opportunities in either our litigation or corporate practices.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Perform highly complex legal research and writing on a wide variety of legal matters
  • Analyze and prepare effective legal opinions, ordinances, contracts, agreements, leases, deeds, pleadings, briefs, and other legal documents
  • Prepare sound legal opinions using independent judgment
  • Provide legal advice, opinions and recommendations, communicated both orally and in writing
  • Draft and review various legal documents

Position-Specific Skills and Requirements:
  • Attention to detail
  • Excellent writing and communication skills
  • Ability to establish and maintain cooperative, effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work

Education Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Pursuing JD (on track to graduate in 2028)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
Salary Range
$4,326-$4,326 USD