Hit the Ground Running at Fenwick
Diverse perspectives make us better problem-solvers and a stronger team, and we are always looking for individuals who can contribute to our shared success. Whether you are studying toward a career in law, are a student of sciences or engineering, or are interested in professional internships, Fenwick has opportunities for students of all levels.
Fenwick’s deep roots in tech and life sciences allows students the opportunity to have a front row seat to the evolution of some of the biggest corporations, such as Amazon, Cisco Systems and Google, and the world’s most cutting-edge and disruptive startups, like Figma, Databricks and Relativity Space. Our culture of collaboration and teamwork ensures all members of our firm work together and learn from each other. Our differences are celebrated and are our greatest asset. A founding principle of Fenwick’s ethos – the firm respects the individual and the individual respects the firm.
This is my second summer back at Fenwick, and it has cemented in my mind how special this firm is. Not only is it an incredible place to work if you are interested in startups and technology, but the people here are truly welcoming and supportive."
Former Summer Associate
Law Students
At Fenwick, summer associates will work on real-world assignments critical to our clients’ business strategies. Every individual joins a mentoring circle—with one partner, one junior associate and one member from the firm’s diversity committee or an affinity group—to help navigate the Fenwick experience. Summer associates are also supported with legal training and development programs, and partake in social and networking opportunities that are a hallmark of our friendly culture and essential to developing a professional career.
Year after year we are wowed by the talented and accomplished people who join our team for the summer. If you are interested in learning more about Fenwick’s summer program, please contact recruiting@fenwick.com.
Our 2022 program included students from 20+ law schools from across the U.S.
At Fenwick, summer associates will work on real-world assignments critical to our clients’ business strategies. Every individual joins a mentoring circle—with one partner, one junior associate and one member from the firm’s diversity committee or an affinity group—to help navigate the Fenwick experience. Summer associates are also supported with legal training and development programs, and partake in social and networking opportunities that are a hallmark of our friendly culture and essential to developing a professional career.
Year after year we are wowed by the talented and accomplished people who join our team for the summer. If you are interested in learning more about Fenwick’s summer program, please contact recruiting@fenwick.com.
Our 2022 program included students from 20+ law schools from across the U.S.
Associates participate in the firm’s free market system, where they choose assignments from a variety of practice areas, industries and offices in a way that matches their goals and interests. The free market system encourages all associates to take ownership of their careers and build relationships within the firm, all with the support and guidance of the firm’s practice management team. Additionally, associates have opportunities to work on meaningful pro bono work.
Associates participate in the firm’s free market system, where they choose assignments from a variety of practice areas, industries and offices in a way that matches their goals and interests. The free market system encourages all associates to take ownership of their careers and build relationships within the firm, all with the support and guidance of the firm’s practice management team. Additionally, associates have opportunities to work on meaningful pro bono work.
Fenwick First introduces associates to the firm’s way of work through numerous ongoing training programs and support groups. With the support of professional practice managers, individuals learn how to choose work from a variety of matters, meet a broad mix of attorneys at all levels, and start to understand the basics for navigating the free market system.
Fenwick First introduces associates to the firm’s way of work through numerous ongoing training programs and support groups. With the support of professional practice managers, individuals learn how to choose work from a variety of matters, meet a broad mix of attorneys at all levels, and start to understand the basics for navigating the free market system.
I enjoyed the ability to work with attorneys from different offices. Combined with the free-market system, the seamless integration with other offices made it easy to find a variety of projects and tailor my experience."
Former Summer Associate
Opportunities for Students
Please check back in Spring 2023 for information regarding applications for our 2024 summer program and contact recruiting@fenwick.com with any questions in the meantime.
Please check back in Spring 2023 for information regarding applications for our 2024 summer program and contact recruiting@fenwick.com with any questions in the meantime.
We are committed to maintaining a strong representation of diverse law students in our summer associate program. We believe that a diverse workforce improves our client service and that an inclusive culture fosters cooperation, respect, creativity and mutual understanding. One way in which we promote diversity is by offering scholarships for 1L and 2L law students who belong to historically underrepresented groups in the legal profession or who have demonstrated outstanding commitment to advancing diversity, equity and inclusion. These scholarships assist with tuition and academic expenses.
Scholarship applications for 2L students will open on May 15. Check for openings. We have closed the application process for 1L students for the Summer of 2023. Please contact recruiting@fenwick.com with any questions.
We are committed to maintaining a strong representation of diverse law students in our summer associate program. We believe that a diverse workforce improves our client service and that an inclusive culture fosters cooperation, respect, creativity and mutual understanding. One way in which we promote diversity is by offering scholarships for 1L and 2L law students who belong to historically underrepresented groups in the legal profession or who have demonstrated outstanding commitment to advancing diversity, equity and inclusion. These scholarships assist with tuition and academic expenses.
Scholarship applications for 2L students will open on May 15. Check for openings. We have closed the application process for 1L students for the Summer of 2023. Please contact recruiting@fenwick.com with any questions.
Our patent practice handles ground-breaking patent work for the world’s most innovative companies, and our patent engineer program offers opportunities for students in computer science, electrical engineering, computer engineering, chemistry, biology, pharmaceuticals and other life sciences.
Our patent practice handles ground-breaking patent work for the world’s most innovative companies, and our patent engineer program offers opportunities for students in computer science, electrical engineering, computer engineering, chemistry, biology, pharmaceuticals and other life sciences.
Internships are a great way to learn about the many exciting career paths at law firms for professionals who are not lawyers. Opportunities include marketing, finance, information technology, legal support and project management.
Internships are a great way to learn about the many exciting career paths at law firms for professionals who are not lawyers. Opportunities include marketing, finance, information technology, legal support and project management.
I found my entire mentor circle extremely helpful. I also found the African American Affinity group in general extremely helpful when understanding how to navigate my experience at a firm like Fenwick.”
Former Summer Associate
Additional Information
- Retirement: 401(k) plans with financial planning services
- Healthcare: Medical, dental and vision coverage; group and supplemental life insurance
- Disability: Short- and long-term disability insurance
- Wellbeing: Employee wellbeing initiatives, onsite fitness, wellness reimbursements, private and confidential counseling in addition to other employee assistance plans
- Paid Time Off: Generous vacation, sick and personal time off policies, and market-leading parental leave
- Service Days: Opportunities for community service and volunteering
- Commuting: Stipends and reimbursements for transportation
- Celebrations: Events for birthdays, diversity and heritage months, often with guest speakers
- Family-Friendly: Parent community groups, resources for family issues, backup care for elders or children
- Professional Development: On-boarding and training programs, continuing learning and certifications, career coaching and mentoring
- Transparency in Coverage: The link below leads to the machine readable files that are made available in response to the federal Transparency in Coverage Rule and includes negotiated service rates and out-of-network allowed amounts between health plans and healthcare providers. The machine-readable files are formatted to allow researchers, regulators, and application developers to more easily access and analyze data. Transparency in Coverage
Read more about benefits available to Fenwick Summer Associates.
*Depending on the role, eligibility may vary.
- Retirement: 401(k) plans with financial planning services
- Healthcare: Medical, dental and vision coverage; group and supplemental life insurance
- Disability: Short- and long-term disability insurance
- Wellbeing: Employee wellbeing initiatives, onsite fitness, wellness reimbursements, private and confidential counseling in addition to other employee assistance plans
- Paid Time Off: Generous vacation, sick and personal time off policies, and market-leading parental leave
- Service Days: Opportunities for community service and volunteering
- Commuting: Stipends and reimbursements for transportation
- Celebrations: Events for birthdays, diversity and heritage months, often with guest speakers
- Family-Friendly: Parent community groups, resources for family issues, backup care for elders or children
- Professional Development: On-boarding and training programs, continuing learning and certifications, career coaching and mentoring
- Transparency in Coverage: The link below leads to the machine readable files that are made available in response to the federal Transparency in Coverage Rule and includes negotiated service rates and out-of-network allowed amounts between health plans and healthcare providers. The machine-readable files are formatted to allow researchers, regulators, and application developers to more easily access and analyze data. Transparency in Coverage
Read more about benefits available to Fenwick Summer Associates.
*Depending on the role, eligibility may vary.
We evaluate all employees and applicants on the basis of their qualification without regard to race, religion, color, marital status, national origin, age, sex, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity, gender, genetic characteristics or any other classification protected by applicable local, state or federal employment laws. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all.
We evaluate all employees and applicants on the basis of their qualification without regard to race, religion, color, marital status, national origin, age, sex, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity, gender, genetic characteristics or any other classification protected by applicable local, state or federal employment laws. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all.
Fenwick collects and processes the personal information of job applicants and employees, from the submission of a job application, throughout the course of employment, and after the employment ends. Please read our Applicant Privacy Notice, which explains the kinds of information we may collect and how we intend to use and share that information.
Fenwick collects and processes the personal information of job applicants and employees, from the submission of a job application, throughout the course of employment, and after the employment ends. Please read our Applicant Privacy Notice, which explains the kinds of information we may collect and how we intend to use and share that information.
I worked on substantive projects and lots of them—it very much mirrored life as a first-year associate.”
Former Summer Associate