DC 1L Fellowship: Paid Summer Program + $15K Scholarship

McDermott Will & Schulte; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 183,000 - 228,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly salary $4,519

Law school scholarship $15,000

Potential to return as 2L Summer A

Job summary

McDermott Will & Schulte in Washington, D.C. offers its 1L Fellowship as a Summer Associate Program. You’ll handle associate-level assignments for real clients and learn directly from partners invested in your success.

The program pairs 1L Fellows with mentors, with extensive training, networking opportunities, and hands-on workshops to build confidence and legal skills. A weekly salary and a $15,000 scholarship support your education, with potential to return as a 2L Summer Associate.

Qualifications

• Anticipated JD graduation in Spring 2029.
• Strong academic and personal achievement is expected.

Responsibilities

• Associate-level assignments for real clients and mentorship from partners.
• Structured guidance through writing workshops, skills sessions, and practice-group programming.

Education

Anticipated JD graduation in Spring 2029

Job description

McDermott Will & Schulte in Washington, D.C. offers its 1L Fellowship as a Summer Associate Program. You’ll handle associate-level assignments for real clients and learn directly from partners invested in your success.

The program pairs 1L Fellows with mentors, with extensive training, networking opportunities, and hands-on workshops to build confidence and legal skills. A weekly salary and a $15,000 scholarship support your education, with potential to return as a 2L Summer Associate.