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Law Students

During my time as a summer associate, I was given meaningful and substantive work assignments. Many assignments were similar to things that I am doing as a first-year associate. The training program at Cooley is very extensive, and the mentorship is top notch.

Former summer associate

Cooley Direct

Cooley Direct allows second-year law students to apply directly to our summer associate program on an earlier timeline.

The application for our 2026 summer associate program is closed. Please check back in the spring of 2026 for application information on our 2027 summer program.

US Diversity Fellowships

As part of our dedication to maintaining a truly diverse workplace that values and celebrates differences, we offer diversity fellowships to outstanding law students.

2L Diversity Fellowship  Award recipients will receive a paid 2L summer associate position and an award of up to $40,000 to assist with law school tuition.  Learn more

1L Diversity Fellowship  Award recipients will receive a paid 1L summer associate position and an award of up to $50,000 to assist with law school tuition. Learn more