Private Equity Summer Associate Program

DLA Piper; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 210,000 - 235,000; Full time

Job summary

DLA Piper's Private Equity summer program invites you to gain hands-on experience in transactional matters and pro bono opportunities across multiple offices. The 10-week program pairs you with a team for support and feedback, helping you build a professional network through social events.

Ideal candidates are entrepreneurial, with a background in business or finance, and a strong interest in Private Equity.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to communicate with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties.
• Produce deliverables, answer calls, and reply to correspondence efficiently.
• Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product.
• Meet deadlines and manage responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Foster positive work relationships.

Responsibilities

• Support summer program in the Private Equity group, handling transactional matters.
• Engage in pro bono opportunities and develop legal skills.
• Build a network through social events and feedback from assigned teams.
• Receive tailored training focused on development and future readiness.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Deadline management

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Open to Class of 2029 law students

Job description

DLA Piper's Private Equity summer program invites you to gain hands-on experience in transactional matters and pro bono opportunities across multiple offices. The 10-week program pairs you with a team for support and feedback, helping you build a professional network through social events.

Ideal candidates are entrepreneurial, with a background in business or finance, and a strong interest in Private Equity.