Associate Recruiting Intern
About Latham & Watkins
Latham & Watkins is one of the world’s leading global law firms advising the businesses and institutions that drive the global economy. We are the market leaders in major financial and business centers around the world. Our investment in people, commitment to innovation, and focus on the future empower you to build an incredible career and thrive as an exceptional professional in a supportive culture. If you aspire to be the best, and work with the best, this is where you belong.
About the Role
We are currently seeking bright, enthusiastic college students to join our Associate Recruiting Department in the Silicon Valley or San Francisco offices for the summer of 2026. Interns will have the opportunity to help with strategic planning, implementation, and direction of the firm-wide law school and associate hiring programs. They will work on projects related to summer program events, budget management, staffing and evaluation, and the organization of our interview programs. Interns will build valuable knowledge and skills while working in a dynamic and virtual workplace and will return to school with a broad understanding of lawyer and staff positions available in the legal industry.
Interns may start employment on Monday, May 4, 2026, and must be available to work through to Friday, August 7, 2026. Flexibility to work overtime is required and vacation days are not provided. There is some flexibility in work schedules to accommodate differing school schedules.
Responsibilities & Qualifications
Other key responsibilities include:
- Preparing lawyers for virtual interviews and career fairs
- Reviewing applicant resumes and transcripts
- Assisting with arrangements for virtual interviews of candidates
- Protecting and maintaining any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retains
We’d love to hear from you if you:
- Exhibit well-developed and professional interpersonal skills as well as the ability to interact effectively with people at all organizational levels of the firm
- Demonstrate a customer service orientation
- Possess well-developed Microsoft Office skills
- Display the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
And are:
- Currently an enrolled student
Additional Information
Successful candidates will not only be provided with an outstanding career opportunity and welcoming environment, but will also be provided with a generous total compensation package with bonuses awarded in recognition of both individual and firm performance. Eligible employees can participate in Latham’s comprehensive benefit program which includes:
- Professional development programs
- Employee discounts
- Affinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staff
Latham & Watkins is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status (including veterans of the Vietnam era), gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable statute.
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