- What is the average number of weeks that summer associates work?
Summer associates generally arrive mid-May and depart in mid-August. Summer associates generally work from 10-12 weeks, with 12 weeks being the most common.
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- Are summer associates assigned mentors?
Yes. Each summer associate is matched to a summer "sibling" who is usually a junior associate of the firm. Summer associates are introduced to their siblings during Pre-Orientation weekend. Siblings play a pivotal role in ensuring each summer associate has the rewarding and inclusive experience the firm intends.
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- Can a summer associate do a rotation in another Weil Gotshal office?
Opportunities to spend time in one of our other offices are available and such requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
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- Can summer associates work on pro bono matters?
Yes. Summer associates work on a wide variety of pro bono matters during the summer and also have the opportunity to participate in summer pro bono externships. Please click on Pro Bono link to find out more.
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- Do summer associates travel for work?
On occasion, summer associates travel for work-related assignments. Most stay in Boston throughout the summer, but summer associates may travel to other US cities and abroad on the same terms as permanent associates for corporate due diligence or litigation-related matters.
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- What is the firm's dress code?
Our dress code is business casual, unless circumstances (e.g., a court appearance or client meeting) require full business attire. Each summer associate represents the firm to its clients and visitors and should present a professional image at all times.
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- Where do summer associates typically live?
Summer associates typically live in and around the city during the summer program. Before the summer program begins, summer associates are provided with a list of resources they can use to find summer housing.
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- When are offer decisions made?
Offer decisions are made at the end of the summer program before associates leave the firm.
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