Summer Associate
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Job Description
About Company:
Reed Smith LLP is an international law firm seeking exceptional 2L candidates to join their 2026 Summer Associate Program. They offer a realistic snapshot of associate life and provide skill development opportunities for a successful legal career. They are an Equal Opportunity Employer. More information can be found at https://www.reedsmith.com/en/careers/regions/us-law-students.
Job Description:
The Intellectual Property Group of Reed Smith LLP is seeking 2L candidates for their 2026 Summer Associate Program in their San Francisco office.
Responsibilities & Opportunities:
• Summer associates will gain a realistic experience of associate life within the firm.
• They will receive support from partner and associate mentors.
• Writing instructors will help them hone their analytical and persuasive writing skills.
• Reed Smith’s Learning & Development Summer Academy courses will supplement on-the-job training with topics including Essentials of Effective Legal Writing, AI and Practical Law Training and Effective Presentation Skills.
• Social activities will provide opportunities to connect with colleagues and summer associate classmates.
Required Qualifications:
• Current resume, cover letter, law school transcript (unofficial acceptable), and legal writing sample must be submitted with the application.
• Undergraduate and/or graduate degree in one of the following: Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Biological Sciences, or Chemistry.
• Ideal applicant will have a degree in electrical engineering or computer science.
• Experience in patent litigation is preferred.
Desired Skills & Qualities:
• Strong academic credentials and varied experiences.
• Participation in law school activities (law review, moot court, etc.).
• Strength of character.
• Outstanding personal skills.
• Demonstrated leadership and teamwork.
• A hunger for self-development.
• Intellectual curiosity.
• A good sense of humor.
• Demonstrated initiative and applied energy towards building their skill set.
• Community contributions and work experience.
Compensation:
• $4,327 per week.
Important Note:
• This position is not available to candidates who will require a U.S. visa from the firm now or in the future (H-1B, TN-1, TN-2, or E-3).
