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2027 US Summer Associate Program Applications

Mayer Brown is currently accepting first-year law student applications for our 2027 US Summer Associate Program.

To apply, please select the office of your choice and submit only one application for consideration. If you are interested in more than one office, please note that in your cover letter and the comments field of your application. We will not accept applications by email.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the summer program class is filled. We will contact you directly if you are selected for an interview with us. We appreciate your interest in a summer position at Mayer Brown.

We anticipate compensation for US summer associates in 2027 will be based on an annualized salary of $225,000 paid on a biweekly basis on Fridays.

2028 US Summer Associate Program Applications

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The people are what makes Mayer Brown a top ﬁrm. Not only do they care so deeply about the quality of their work, but they actively strive to ensure that everyone is supported and listened to-whether it be the partner on their matter or the new recruits.

Casey Hunter, New York Ofﬁce, 2025 Summer Associate

Explore Our Programs

Ranked #7 Best Law Firm to Work For by Vault and “Elite” in every category of associate satisfaction in the 2026 Chambers Associate survey, our Summer Program is a fantastic way to find out what a career in law looks like.

You’ll be involved with actual client matters and pro bono work, providing you with invaluable real-world experience in legal work. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to observe or participate in closings, document drafting, client conferences and negotiation sessions. Working alongside our talented teams allows summer associates to experience our global culture, explore our practice areas, and work with a variety of lawyers. In addition, you have a chance to meet and get to know other summer associates in our summer program during programming, events, and our US Summer Associate Academy.

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Key Practice Areas

Banking & Finance; Corporate & Securities (Technology Transactions); Employment & Benefits (Global Mobility & Migration); Intellectual Property; Litigation (Cybersecurity & Data Privacy; Antitrust & Competition; Global Investigations & White Collar Defense; International Trade; and Public Policy, Regulatory & Government Affairs); Real Estate; Restructuring; and Tax (includes Tax Controversy; Tax Transactions; and Private Clients)

Contact Information

Jessica Taylor, Manager: Student Recruitment
Telephone: +1 704 444 3625
Email: jtaylor3@mayerbrown.com

Office Details

Washington DC

Brazil

Our internship program gives you real insight into what a career in law looks like at a leading global firm

The AHEAD Internship Program provides law students with meaningful exposure to the day-to-day activities of practicing lawyers. Internship opportunities are available throughout the year, with positions opening based on business needs. We also offer a structured, one-month Vacation Internship Program, held in January and July during university breaks, for students seeking a short-term opportunity to experience life at the Firm.

Throughout the AHEAD Internship Program, interns work on projects involving real client matters, document drafting, and the translation of key materials, among other activities. They collaborate with lawyers across different practice areas and gain first-hand experience of the dynamics of a leading law firm.

The program is supported by a structured development framework, combining hands-on work with continuous guidance throughout the internship.

Sponsored by Bruno Cerqueira and Maria Rita (São Paulo) and Flávio Amaral and Barbara Leite (Rio de Janeiro), the AHEAD Internship Program includes:

Monthly Academic Development Sessions

Sessions focused on key legal topics, designed to complement academic learning and deepen practical understanding through discussions led by partners and associates.

Semiannual Performance Evaluations

A structured evaluation process that provides constructive feedback and supports ongoing development.

Biannual HR Follow-up Meetings

Regular check-ins with the HR team to monitor progress, address questions and support interns throughout their development.

Business English Classes

Optional language training aimed at strengthening communication skills in a legal and business context.

Who We’re Looking For

We are looking for law students who demonstrate a hands-on approach, strong communication skills and a genuine interest in developing their abilities in a collaborative, inclusive and high-performance environment.

In particular, we value candidates who demonstrate:

Strong communication skills: The ability to express ideas clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, in a professional environment.
A proactive and results-oriented mindset: A willingness to take initiative, assume responsibility and contribute actively to team objectives.
The ability to work collaboratively: A team-oriented approach, with openness to different perspectives and the ability to build strong working relationships.
Professionalism and commitment: A responsible and dedicated attitude, with attention to detail and a high standard of work.

How to Apply

We offer internship opportunities throughout the year, with positions opening based on business needs. We also offer a structured, one-month Vacation Internship Program, held in January and July during university breaks.

To explore current opportunities and submit your application, please visit our AHEAD Careers page.

Contact Information

For general inquiries, please feel free to contact our HR team at HBrazil@mayerbrown.com.

My summer at Mayer Brown has not only allowed me to visualize life at the ﬁrm but was a good mix of substantive work and socialization.

Connie Chen, Chicago Ofﬁce, 2025 Summer Associate

What We Offer

Learn what our Americas programs offer and the opportunities available to you.

Mentorship

When summer associates and new lawyers join the firm, they are assigned mentors. All lawyers have access to a Global Mentor Roster that identifies enthusiastic mentors and their mentoring topics of interest. In addition, we offer global mentoring trainings and panels and have a quarterly Mentoring Spotlight series showcasing thoughtful interviews with mentors and mentees, who share their experience and guidance.

Scholars Program

Mayer Brown offers a number of individual scholarships to qualified law students who join our summer associate program in one of our US offices. This scholarship was created to acknowledge and reward law students with strong academic records who share our commitment to building community and promoting justice. Details on how to apply are provided to law students when they apply to our summer associate program and receive a callback interview invitation with us.

Exposure

Working here will give you a balance between local and international work. All summer associates are given challenging work, high levels of responsibility, substantial case management, and client contact from an early stage. As a truly international law firm, we will equip you with the skills to understand the international business world. Our lawyers will guide and support you every step of the way.

Culture

Working alongside our talented teams allows summer associates to experience our global culture, explore different practice areas and work with a variety of lawyers.

Resources for Pre-Law Students

Our virtual work experience programs provide free virtual job simulations for pre-law and current law students to gain practical skills and explore practice areas. Click the links to try our Mergers & Acquisitions, Introduction to Litigation, and Financing Renewable Energy Projects simulations and learn at your own pace.

Meet Our Hiring Partners

Meet some of our hiring partners and hear directly from the leaders shaping careers at Mayer Brown. Learn what they look for in candidates and what makes our firm stand apart.

Meet Oral Pottinger

DC-based hiring partner Oral Pottinger values Mayer Brown’s deeply collaborative, global culture and looks for candidates who bring real passion—for the law, for problem-solving, and for the work they do every day.

Meet Jacqueline Vallette

Houston-based hiring partner Jackie Vallette values Mayer Brown’s collaborative culture and is deeply committed to mentoring and developing junior talent, seeking candidates who are engaged, intellectually curious, and motivated to grow.

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about our student and graduate programs.