Strong academic foundation with demonstrated achievement
Intellectual curiosity and a genuine interest in learning
Growth mindset with openness to exploration
Analytical ability and practical problem-solving skills
Interest in developing AI fluency and client service innovation
Curiosity about cross-border work and diverse cultures
Desire for long-term development within Baker McKenzie
Responsibilities
Participate in a variety of practice assignments aligned with personal interests
Collaborate on a signature pro bono project for vulnerable populations
Engage in comprehensive regional training and mentorship programs
Network with peers, partners, and associates through structured activities
Attend a North America Summer Associate Meeting for skills-based training
Explore opportunities for secondment with clients through the Client Scholars Program
Benefits
Substantive work experience comparable to that of full-time lawyers
Access to a respected Development Framework for professional growth
Opportunities for networking and relationship building
Participation in impactful pro bono work
Exposure to diverse practice areas and cross-office collaboration
Full Job Description
Job Information
Posting Date
30-Oct-2026
Requisition ID
3662
States/Provinces/Cities
Miami
Location Type
Office/Onsite
Business Unit
Practice
Function
Other Legal Staff
Full Time or Part Time
Full Time
Description & Requirements
Our Summer Associate Program:
Baker McKenzie's Summer Associate Program is designed to introduce students to the practice of law and allows you to explore why our Firm may be the right place to begin your career. Our North American offices are organized into five robust practice groups, and our Summer Associates are given the opportunity to work on a wide range of practice assignments aligned to their interests and the Firm needs. Because we strive to offer realistic professional experience, we place great importance on providing our Summer Associates with substantive work of the same caliber as performed by the Firm's lawyers. Additionally, every year, our Summer Associates collaborate across offices on a signature pro bono project that provides impactful legal services for vulnerable populations.
The importance we place on our Summer Associate development cannot be overstated. The Firm is deeply committed to cultivating our lawyers through our highly respected Development Framework, comprehensive regional trainings, and valuable mentorship programs. Our networking activities and programming provide Summer Associates with the structure to establish working relationships (and hopefully, friendships) with members of your Summer Associate class, as well as our Partners and Associates. Summer Associates have the opportunity to travel to a designated US office to participate in a North America Summer Associate Meeting designed to offer skills-based training, practice-based training and in-person networking. There are also opportunities to be considered for our Client Scholars Program in which our Summer Associates are seconded to work in-house with one of the Firm's clients during the summer.
What we look for:
Strong academic foundation and intellectual curiosity: students who have demonstrated academic achievement, sound judgment, discipline, and a genuine interest in learning.
Growth mindset and openness to exploration: candidates who are excited to try work across our practices, receive feedback, and use the summer experience to better understand where they can thrive.
Future-ready skillset: students who show strong analytical ability, practical problem-solving, and interest in developing AI fluency and innovation-minded client service.
Global mindset: candidates who are curious about cross-border work, comfortable building relationships across offices and diverse cultures, and interested in serving clients in a global firm environment.
Interest in long-term development at Baker McKenzie: students who are interested in growing into future associates and global lawyers.
Application Information:
To be considered for our 2027 1L + 2028 2L Summer Associate Program, please submit a resume, cover letter, and unofficial undergraduate transcript with your application. Selected 1L candidates will be invited to interview on a rolling basis beginning in November 2026 until March 2027.
Pay Transparency
The US base compensation for this position is expected to be $4,326.96 (weekly) if located in an office in the state of Florida.
About Baker & McKenzie
Baker McKenzie is a multinational law firm founded in 1949. It is the largest international law firm in the world, with over 6,000 lawyers in 77 offices across 47 countries. The firm provides legal services in various areas, including corporate law, finance, intellectual property, litigation, and tax. Baker McKenzie has been recognized as one of the most innovative law firms in the world, and has received numerous awards for its work in various areas of law.
