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The summer associate program is designed to be the first step of development in a rewarding career with our firm. By giving students the opportunity to experience what it is like to be an associate at BakerHostetler in Dallas, they are better prepared and more confident as they begin a career in the legal industry.

At BakerHostetler, our well-rounded summer program is designed to provide students with the training, experience and confidence necessary to begin the journey to become great lawyers who will enjoy their colleagues and their work.

“I am so grateful for my time as a Baker summer associate. The attorneys were very welcoming and made me feel part of the team from day one. I gained valuable experience through projects in many different practice areas and substantive feedback. The program made me excited to start my career at Baker, knowing that I was going to be working with such amazing people.”

— Former Dallas summer associate

We intentionally select a small summer associate class, as this provides us with the best chance to know our summer associates well and gauge their strengths and interests. In our program, law students gain insight into the working life of a first-year attorney as they enjoy substantive assignments, training and mentoring programs, and social networking opportunities, while developing relationships to launch their careers. Our goal is to extend an offer of permanent employment to each summer associate at the conclusion of our program. We are hopeful it is the start of a long and successful career at BakerHostetler.

The Dallas office plans to hire 2 summer associates. To apply, please submit your cover letter, resume and law school transcript through our online application: BH Student Online Application.

Recognitions

Midlevel Associates Survey

Top 10 in the Midlevel Associates Survey for the fourth consecutive year

— The American Lawyer Survey

Vault Top Ranked 2025

No. 5 Best Law Firms for Technology & Innovation

— Vault Law 2025

Vault Top Ranked 2025

No. 8 Best Law Firms for Firm Culture

— Vault Law 2025

Vault Top Ranked 2025

No. 9 Best Law Firms to Work For

— Vault Law 2025

Recruiting Contact

Jenni Wesley

Regional HR Manager