**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***.: 2026 2L Summer Program - IP Litigation - Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco, Washington, DC
- 10-week summer associate program for 2L students in Intellectual Property Litigation group
- Offices available in Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco and Washington, DC
- Provides a realistic introduction to the practice of law and day-to-day life as a McDermott associate
- Meaningful responsibility and feedback consistent with a junior associate experience
- Preferred technical backgrounds include aerospace/aeronautical engineering, biology, biotechnology, chemistry, computer science, and more
- Opportunity to join other offices for the summer program if interested in Austin or San Diego locations
- Competitive application process with personal statement required
- Applicants must have anticipated JD graduation date in Spring 2027 from an ABA-accredited law school and demonstrate commitment to justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion (JDEI)
- 2026 Summer Associates will receive weekly compensation of $4,325
- In addition to summer associate opportunities, McDermott offers a 2L Inclusion Fellowship Program with a $25,000 stipend
- Half of stipend paid upon completion of summer program and half upon joining McDermott as a full-time associate
- Fellowship open to all second-year law students with a commitment to promoting JDEI within the firm
- McDermott has been recognized as a top workplace by USA Today, Fortune, The American Lawyer, and more
- Emphasis on warmth, authenticity, and diverse perspectives in firm culture
- Benefits program supports physical, emotional, mental, and financial health with work-life balance
- Generous compensation packages and individual merit-based system for associates
- Mentoring, networking, and social events throughout the summer to build relationships with colleagues
- #1 Law Firm for Associate Satisfaction for three years in a row according to Vault
- Real-world guidance, growth opportunities, and mentors in Chambers-ranked practices
- Start something big for yourself with **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***.'s 2026 2L Summer Program.
