Our 2025 Summer Associates made the most of their time at Mintz, exploring new opportunities, building lasting connections, and gaining valuable experience. Hear about the moments that made a lasting impression.
The DevelopMINTZ Conference is an immersive experience with Mintz. Selected participants will benefit from robust professional development workshops and learn about Mintz’s Litigation, Corporate, and IP sections, as well as the firm’s commitment to attorney development, pro bono and inclusion.
The Mintz Summer Associate program is a 10-week immersive experience where Summer Associates work on substantive assignments, receive personalized mentorship, and make meaningful connections.
Summer Associates work on an array of matters, often staffed on cases or deal teams, where they can gain real, hands-on experience working side by side with our lawyers. Our small class size, coupled with our Member and Associate mentorship program, allow students a broad range of opportunities and experiences, customized to their individual goals and interests. After spending ten weeks at the firm, our Summer Associates know our lawyers, understand what we do, and are ready to hit the ground running after law school.
The 2028 2L summer program will be hosted in the following offices and sections:
We know there's a lot to navigate during the first year of law school. To help simplify the recruiting process, we've outlined our key dates below.
Interested students should apply when they feel ready within this window. All students who apply by the deadline will be considered for the program.
Please note that recruiting processes and timelines may vary by office and section. Applicants will receive additional information relevant to their application as the process progresses.
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At Mintz, we strive to create an environment where people from all backgrounds are positioned for success. As part of our commitment to promoting diversity at the firm, and in the legal profession, we have awarded diversity scholarships to exemplary law students of all backgrounds each year since 2010. The scholarships are given to community-minded law students from all backgrounds who have shown academic excellence and commitment to diversity. Its namesake, Richard Mintz (1921 – 2011), the firm’s longest serving partner and the son of a founding partner, was known for his passion for people and his commitment to creating a progressive workplace.
Opportunities are available for students interested in working in our Litigation, Corporate, and Intellectual Property sections. Students select their practice area of preference and are immersed in the section during the summer.
Each student applying to Mintz’s Summer Associate Program has the option to indicate consideration for the Richard Mintz 2L Diversity Program through our general application. In partnership with our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion team, 2L Diversity Scholars will participate in additional training and engagement opportunities and be eligible for a scholarship totaling $50,000.
Program Details & Benefits
While our first year associate class is primarily made up of former summer associates, opportunities to hire third-year law students are evaluated each year based on the needs of individual offices and sections. Our Fall 2027 class has now been filled, but we encourage you to check back in Summer 2027 for updates regarding supplemental hiring for the Fall 2028 class.
We look forward to connecting with students throughout the 2026-2027 academic year and will be visiting several law schools across the country to share more about Mintz and our opportunities for law students.
If you are interested in learning more about Mintz and would like to receive information about upcoming events and recruiting opportunities, please complete the form below to join our mailing list.
When and how do you recommend applying?
Please reference our 2028 2L Summer Associate program timeline for when you should apply. Interested students should apply when they feel ready within the application window. All students who apply by the deadline will be considered for the program.
Where are you participating in OCI this year?
Mintz does not plan to participate in OCI for the 2028 Summer Associate recruiting cycle. If you are interested in Mintz, you must apply directly via our websites.
Do I have to select an area of practice when applying?
Yes, when applying, candidates must select their area of preference (Corporate, Litigation, IP) as we hire by practice area.
I haven’t received my first semester grades or journal acceptance. Should I wait to apply?
Our 2028 2L Summer Associate program application will close before first semester grades are released. Please plan to send us your transcript as soon as you receive it in January 2027.
To whom should I address my cover letter?
You should address your cover letter to Caroline Lauria-Sheehan, Legal Recruiting Specialist.
If I’m invited back for a call-back interview, what can I expect?
You will have a series of 20 to 30 minute, one-on-one interviews with both Members and Associates who are heavily involved in working with and mentoring junior attorneys in the section with which you have selected to interview. We tailor each interview schedule to the student’s interests and background. We will do our best to provide an update on your callback interview within two weeks.
What if I’m interested in applying to more than one office?
Please think about where you see yourself fitting best and apply to that program, we are unable to consider students for more than one office.
How long is the summer program, and when does it begin?
Our summer program is ten weeks long and begins in late May.
Are Summer Associates expected to be in the office everyday?
Mintz Associates are expected to be in the office, in-person approximately 60% of the time. To maximize the experience, Summer Associates are required to be in the office Monday – Thursday with the option to work virtually on Fridays.
How does the assignment process work for the summer program?
Summer Associates’ work assignments are curated by attorneys in their practice area of interest (Corporate, Litigation, or Intellectual Property). Though assignments will come from a core section, there is variety in subject matter, industry, and clients. Summer Associates are encouraged to explore. The Corporate section provides the opportunity to work in venture capital & emerging companies, securities & capital markets, mergers & acquisitions, private equity, and licensing & technology. The Litigation section’s work spans antitrust, appellate, class action, construction litigation, financial institution litigation, insurance & reinsurance, product liability/complex tort, real estate litigation, securities litigation, white collar defense & government investigations, and complex commercial litigation. The Intellectual Property practice has complex matters that involve analyzing patent applications on cutting-edge innovation, researching technical and legal issues in litigation, and working with the corporate and litigation teams on strategic projects in software & ecommerce, life sciences, medical technology, telecommunications, manufacturing, and for academic institutions. Summer Associates are encouraged to participate in our extensive pro bono opportunities, which include immigration, sexual violence, veterans affairs, housing, transgender discrimination, and access to justice.
How does the evaluation process work?
After an assignment is completed, the assigning attorneys evaluate the Summer Associate’s work. We strongly encourage attorneys to provide feedback directly to Summer Associates after each assignment and we encourage Summer Associates to proactively ask questions and seek feedback. Summer Associates receive formal reviews at the mid-point and at the end of the program.
What types of training sessions will I attend as a Summer Associate?
Our professional development team (MLPD) organizes many training opportunities through the summer. A sampling of the programs we host include a moot court, numerous substantive training sessions, programs on the business of a law firm and legal ethics, and a business lunch etiquette training. We also have a legal writing program that runs throughout the summer. Summer Associates are invited to attend all Associate training sessions and monthly practice group meetings, as well. MLPD hosts over 200 training programs annually, so there are many topics available to meet your interests.
Does Mintz allow students to split their summers?
We encourage all of our students to spend their entire summer at Mintz to get the most out of our practice immersion experience.
