Private Equity Summer Associate Program – U.S.

DLA Piper LLP (US); Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 175,000 - 218,000; Full time

Job summary

DLA Piper’s Private Equity group invites top law students to join the Summer Program in Chicago and other offices. You may be considered for a 1L (2027 summer) or 2L (2028 summer) position.

The program focuses on transactional work, with built-in pro bono opportunities and strong training to develop client-focused skills. Ideal candidates demonstrate interest in Private Equity and a background in business or finance, with a collaborative, entrepreneurial mindset and willingness to engage in

Qualifications

• Entrepreneurial mindset with interest in Private Equity.
• Teamwork and collaboration across teams.
• Strong communication in writing and speaking.
• Interest in building legal skills and client insight.

Responsibilities

• Support transactional matters in the Private Equity group.
• Engage in tailored experiences and feedback from assigned team.
• Participate in pro bono opportunities and networking events.

Skills

Entrepreneurial mindset

Teamwork

Innovative thinking

Strong communication

Education

Law student (Class of 2029)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

DLA Piper’s Private Equity group invites top law students to join the Summer Program in Chicago and other offices. You may be considered for a 1L (2027 summer) or 2L (2028 summer) position.

The program focuses on transactional work, with built-in pro bono opportunities and strong training to develop client-focused skills. Ideal candidates demonstrate interest in Private Equity and a background in business or finance, with a collaborative, entrepreneurial mindset and willingness to engage in