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About the Role
DLA Piper's Tax group is seeking exceptional law students for their 2028 summer program. This role offers a tailored experience working on transactional matters and pro bono opportunities, with in-depth training, mentorship, and networking events. The 10-week program provides insight into life as an associate at DLA Piper.
Responsibilities
- Work on transactional matters.
- Participate in pro bono opportunities.
- Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties.
- Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence efficiently and responsively.
- Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product.
- 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, including working at a computer for extended periods, participating in digital/virtual conference calls, and attending meetings.
- Work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment.
- Perform all other duties, tasks, or projects as assigned.
Requirements
- Must be a Class of 2029 law student.
- Demonstrated interest in Tax.
- Related background or experience in Tax is ideal.
- Must apply directly online; application materials should not be sent by email.
- Include a resume, cover letter, and law school transcript (if available) with the application.
- Indicate preferred DLA Piper office location in the cover letter.
- No immigration sponsorship is available for this position.
- Applicants not based in the jurisdiction of the position are applying voluntarily and are not eligible for relocation assistance.
Skills
- Entrepreneurial mindset
- Motivation to build legal skills
- Insight into client needs
- Innovation
- Creative thinking
- Teamwork
- Effective communication (verbal and written)
- Responsiveness
- Time management
- Ability to work under pressure
Location
- Boston
- Chicago
- Los Angeles
- New York
- Palo Alto
- San Francisco
- Seattle
- Washington, DC
Work Type
- Hybrid with in-office expectations
- Summer Program
Experience Level
- Law student
Education Level
- Law student
Salary/Compensations
- $224,952
Benefits
- Mentorship and feedback from an assigned team
- Networking opportunities through social events
About the Company
- DLA Piper is bold, exceptional, collaborative, and supportive.
- People are the backbone, heart, and soul of the firm.
- DLA Piper is a place to engage in meaningful work and grow careers.
Equal Opportunity
- DLA Piper is an equal opportunity employer.
- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.