2027 1L Fellowship - New York

McDermott; New York (NY); On-site; USD 183,000 - 228,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Scholarship toward law school

Mentorship program

Networking opportunities

Job summary

McDermott in New York offers a 2027 Summer Associate 1L Fellowship, pairing interns with mentors and real associate-level work from day one.

1L Fellows receive a weekly salary of $4,519 and a $15,000 scholarship toward law school upon completing the program; there is an option to return as a 2L Summer Associate in 2028.

Qualifications

• Strong academic record and personal achievement.
• Interest in a general practice area offered in your office of interest.
• Genuine interest in pursuing a career at McDermott after graduation.
• Plan to live and practice in the metropolitan area of your office of interest.
• Anticipated JD graduation in Spring 2029.

Responsibilities

• Participate in extensive training, networking, and social opportunities.
• Engage in writing workshops, hands-on skills sessions, and practice group programming.
• Learn directly from partners through mentor pairings.

Skills

Strong academic record

Interest in general practice

Career interest in McDermott

Education

Juris Doctor candidate

Job description

Your legal career starts with work that matters. From day one, you’ll take on associate-level assignments for real clients and learn directly from partners who are invested in your success.

Each summer associate is paired with one or more dedicated mentors who offer day-to-day guidance and practical advice on the move from law school to a law firm. Formal feedback at the midpoint and end of the program shows you where you’re strong and what to focus on next.

The program is built around your professional growth and well-being. Writing workshops, hands‑on skills sessions, and substantive practice group programming help you build confidence and sharpen your legal skills. Through M c Dermott Well, you’ll have access to resources and events on balance and resilience, helping you feel supported in and out of the office.

We celebrate individuality and make space for you to bring your full self to the table, guided by trust and respect. You’ll meet lawyers and fellow summer associates across the firm, join a community built on collaboration and giving back, and build relationships that will last beyond the summer.

We offerour 2027 1L Fellowship in the New York office.

• 1L Fellows take part in every aspect of the Summer Associate Program, with extensive training, networking, and social opportunities.
• In addition to a weekly salary of $4,519, 1L Fellows receive a $15,000 scholarship toward their law school education upon completing the 2027 Summer Associate Program.
• 1L Fellows have the option to return as 2L Summer Associates in 2028.

We welcome applications from any law student who is enrolled at a U.S. ABA‑accredited law school with:

• A strong record of academic and personal achievement
• A demonstrated focus in a general practice area offered in your office of interest
• A genuine interest in pursuing a career at M c Dermott upon graduation
• The intent to live and practice in the metropolitan area of your office of interest
• Anticipated JD graduation in Spring 2029