Summer Associate, Investment Funds — 10-Week Program

DLA Piper; United States; Hybrid; USD 210,000 - 240,000; Part time

Job summary

DLA Piper's Investment Funds group is seeking exceptional law students to join the summer program in offices across major U.S. cities.

The program runs for 10 weeks, with a tailored experience on transactional matters and pro bono opportunities, and a dedicated team providing feedback and networking through social events. Ideal candidates have an interest in Investment Funds and a background in business or finance.

Qualifications

• This application is open to the Class of 2029 law students.
• Ideal candidates will have a demonstrated interest in Investment Funds and a background or education in business or finance.
• No immigration sponsorship is available for this position.

Responsibilities

• Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties;
• Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner;
• Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product;
• Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required;
• Foster positive work relationships;
• Comply with all firm policies and practices;
• Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed;
• Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment;
• Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned.

Job description

DLA Piper's Investment Funds group is seeking exceptional law students to join the summer program in offices across major U.S. cities.

The program runs for 10 weeks, with a tailored experience on transactional matters and pro bono opportunities, and a dedicated team providing feedback and networking through social events. Ideal candidates have an interest in Investment Funds and a background in business or finance.