The opportunities on this page are primarily for your POSTGRADUATE job search. Some opportunities during the 2025-2026 school year may also be included.
While most large (and many midsize) firms hire associates through their 2L summer programs, there can be some limited opportunities for 3Ls. While a handful of firms might hire through OCI or job fairs, most seek candidates through other means. Some may collect resumes through OCS or post their positions on their websites or on Symplicity. Others may hire students who've developed relationships with their office and have a demonstrated interest through networking. While there's no set time that opportunities can arise, it's best to start this search during the 2L summer.
When a large firm is recruiting for their summer associates, they often hire without specifying a practice group need. When a large law firm is looking to hire 3Ls, however, they often have a significantly more targeted hiring approach and are generally hiring for a specific department.
Deadline: October 31, 2025
Proskauer Rose - 2026 First Year Associate - Real Estate (Los Angeles, CA, New York, NY and Boston, MA) More Info and Apply Here (Posted 8.18.25)
Deadline: October 31, 2025
Proskauer Rose - 2026 First Year Associate - Mergers & Acquisitions (Los Angeles, CA) More Info and Apply Here (Posted 8.18.25)
Deadline: October 31, 2025
Proskauer Rose - 2026 First Year Associate - Tax (New York, NY) More Info and Apply Here (Posted 8.18.25)
Deadline: October 31, 2025
Proskauer Rose - 2026 First Year Associate - Private Client Services (New York, NY) More Info and Apply Here (Posted 8.18.25)
Rolling Deadlines:
Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer - 2026 3L/Entry-Level Real Estate Associate (New York, NY). Arnold & Porter is seeking entry-level associates (JD 2026) to join the Real Estate Practice Group in the New York office in fall 2026. Ideal applicants have a record of outstanding academic achievement, superior writing and analytical skills, participation in law review, journals, clinical legal work, and/or extracurricular activities, and a demonstrated interest in real estate work. The salary for this position is $225,000. Apply here (Posted 9.3.25)
Baker Donalson - 2026 2l Summer Associate (Ft. Lauderdale, FL). More Info and Apply (Posted 9.4.25)
Cooley LLP - Fall 2026 Entry Level Associate - General Corporate (Miami, FL). Cooley’s Miami office supports the needs of fast-growing, innovative companies and their investors as they raise capital, navigate regulatory or compliance challenges, access global capital markets, or continue their success as a public company. Several of our key tech and venture capital clients are based in Miami, and this proximity enables us to deepen our relationships with them while exploring new business opportunities. The office has become a hub for Cooley’s work with clients in the crypto/web3 sector. Cooley’s unparalleled experience in the VC space – coupled with our market-leading position representing high-growth, disruptive companies and investors – means our platform is truly differentiated in the Miami market, and our increased presence will yield tremendous opportunities for Cooley – and for the future associates who join this exciting endeavor. Apply here: https://lawcruit.micronapps.com/sup/ApplicationForm.aspx?lawfirm=139&id=45 (Posted 8.12.25)
Ernst & Young – EY Tax Team (Nationwide). Symplicity ID 71606 and 71604 (Posted 9.4.25)
Faegre Drinker - Fall 2026 Entry Level Associate (Various). Although Faegre typically hires most of its entry-level class through its summer associate program, Faegre will be assessing needs for 3Ls to join the firm, and anticipates reviewing applications in September/October. You can apply here: https://lateralhub.com/job/168-0032 (Posted 7.31.25)
Greenberg Traurig - Labor & Employment First-Year Associate (Phoenix, AZ). Greenberg Traurig (GT), a global law firm, is accepting applications from 3L candidates interested in a 2026 first year associate position in our Phoenix Labor & Employment Practice. We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package. GT is consistently among the top firms on the Am Law Global 100; this associate role will have the opportunity to work with clients, large and small, from a variety of industries across the country. Candidates must have an interest in labor & employment law with any prior related experience a plus. Apply here. (Posted 8.26.25)
Greines, Martin, Stein & Richland LLP (GMSR Appellate Lawyers) - 2026-2028 Appellate Fellowship (Los Angeles, CA/Hybrid). The position is for a two-year term, starting in the fall of 2026. Under the close supervision and mentorship of GMSR’s attorneys, appellate fellows will perform legal research, draft legal arguments, assist attorneys in preparing for oral argument, co-author articles, and cite-check legal briefs. To apply, please send a cover email, resume, transcript, and writing sample to careers@gmsr.com. More Info and Apply on LinkedIn (Posted 8.11.25)
Hunton Andrews Kurth - Fall 2026 Entry Level Global Privacy and Cybersecurity Associate (New York, NY). Candidates should be interested in data breach response and cybersecurity preparedness activities, compliance with existing and emerging privacy law frameworks in the US and internationally; and regulatory investigations relating to privacy and data security issues. The expected salary for this position is $225,000. Apply here. (8.5.25)(Posting still active 8.6.25)
Jones Day - Class of 2026 New Lawyers Group (Irvine, CA). Jones Day is accepting applications from Class of 2026 students or current federal Judicial Clerks to join our Irvine Office New Lawyers Group in the Fall of 2026. We seek well-rounded, motivated students with the potential to develop into exceptional lawyers and leaders in the profession, and who will embrace Jones Day's principles, values and mission. To this end, we look for a record of academic excellence, demonstrated leadership, superior written and analytical abilities, strong interpersonal skills, and interest in our Firm. Applicants should have a genuine interest in practicing law in Orange County/Irvine after graduation. To be considered, please upload your cover letter, stating your specific ties to our location and your practice interests, along with your resume and law school transcript. Documents should be in PDF format. Qualified applicants must be enrolled in an accredited U.S. law school. Starting salary for our New Lawyers is $225,000. Apply here. (Posted 8.14.25)
Jones Day - 2026 First Year Associate Position (Irvine, CA). https://jonesdaylegalrecruitselfapply.viglobalcloud.com/viRecruitSelfApply/RecDefault.aspx?FilterREID=2&FilterJobCategoryID=4&FilterJobID=1372 (Posted 8.28.25)
Jones Day - 2026 First Year Associate Position (San Francisco, CA). https://jonesdaylegalrecruitselfapply.viglobalcloud.com/viRecruitSelfApply/RecDefault.aspx?FilterREID=2&FilterJobCategoryID=4&FilterJobID=1373 (Posted 8.28.25)
Knobbe Martens - 2026 Fall Associate (CA). Apply here. (Posted 6.30.25)(Posting still active 7.16.25)
Latham Watkins - Fall 2026 Entry-Level Associate Positions (Various). There are several new openings for Fall 2026 Entry-Level Associates in a variety of locations and practice areas, including Corporate, Litigation, Tax, Real Estate, etc.. Apply here: https://lateralhub.com/job/143-0082 or here: https://www.lwcareers.com/en/beginning-your-legal-career/united-states/judicial-clerks (Posted 8.1.25)(Posting still active 8.6.25)
Mintz Levin - Fall 2026 Entry Level Associate Positions (NY, San Diego, San Francisco, DC, LA, Boston). Practice areas include: Corporate; Health; IP Litigation; Litigation; Real Estate; and TechComm). Apply here. (8.5.25)(Posting still active 8.6.25)
Patterson Belknap - Fall 2026 Litigation First Year Associate (New York, NY). The starting base salary for a first-year associate is $225,000 per year, plus competitive benefits and bonus eligibility. Associate base compensation at Patterson Belknap is typically lock-step, based on experience. Apply here. (Posted 7.7.25)(Posting still active 7.16.25)
Proskauer - Corporate/M&A Associate (Los Angeles); Private Client Services Associate (New York); Tax Associate (New York); Real Estate Associate (Boston, Los Angeles, or New York). Students can apply through the following link: https://www.florecruit.com/v2/app/proskauer/jobs (Posted 8.5.25)(Posting still active 8.6.25)
Sheppard Mullin - Entry Level 2026 Energy Associate Attorney (Chicago, IL). Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP, a global Am Law 50 firm, is seeking a rising 3L for an entry-level energy transactions associate position within the Real Estate, Energy, Land Use & Environmental Practice Group in our Chicago office, with a start date in Fall 2026. Apply here. (Posted 8.26.25)
Stoel Rives - Entry Level Associate for IP Litigation (Seattle, WA or Portland, OR). https://stoel.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/stoelrivescareers/details/Entry-Level-Intellectual-Property-Litigation-Associate_JR1223 (Posted 8.25.25)
Weil Gotshal & Manges LLP - 2026 Entry Level Associate Position - Litigation (Washington, DC). More Info and Apply (Posted 8.19.25)
Weil Gotshal & Manges LLP - 2026 Entry Level Associate Position - Banking & Finance or Structured Finance or Restructuring (New York, NY). More Info and Apply (Posted 8.19.25)
Weil Gotshal & Manges LLP - 2026 Entry Level Associate Position - Private Equity (Dallas, TX). More Info and Apply (Posted 8.19.25)
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Please note that this site includes a sampling of opportunities, and students are still encouraged to check Symplicity often for additional postings.