FAQs
What is the focus of the 2025 U.S. Summer Program at DLA Piper?**
The 2025 U.S. Summer Program is focused on the Employment group, where selected candidates will have the opportunity to build their legal skills while gaining insight into client needs within that practice area. **Question: What qualities is DLA Piper looking for in 2L candidates for the summer program?** **Answer:** DLA Piper is seeking candidates with an entrepreneurial mindset, a motivation to enhance their legal skills, and an ability to think creatively and innovatively. They value individuals who thrive on challenges and enjoy working collaboratively in a team environment. **Question: Who is eligible to apply for the summer program?** **Answer:** The summer program is specifically aimed at 2L law students who are interested in joining DLA Piper's Employment group in 2025. **Question: What kind of learning experience can summer program participants expect?** **Answer:** Participants in the summer program can expect a challenging and enriching learning experience that focuses on developing legal skills, understanding client needs, and working on practical assignments within the Employment group. **Question: How can candidates demonstrate their entrepreneurial mindset in their application?** **Answer:** Candidates can demonstrate their entrepreneurial mindset through experiences that showcase innovative thinking, problem-solving skills, leadership roles in projects or organizations, and any relevant internships or work experiences in legal or related fields. **Question: Is teamwork emphasized in the summer program at DLA Piper?** **Answer:** Yes, teamwork is highly valued in the summer program. DLA Piper seeks candidates who appreciate collaboration and can thrive in a team-oriented environment. **Question: What should applicants highlight in their application to DLA Piper's summer program?** **Answer:** Applicants should highlight their entrepreneurial mindset, relevant legal experiences, problem-solving abilities, teamwork skills, and any innovative projects or initiatives they have undertaken. **Question: When will the 2025 U.S. Summer Program take place?** **Answer:** While specific dates are not provided in the job description, the program is intended for the summer of 2025. **Question: How does DLA Piper define "innovators and creative thinkers"?** **Answer:** Innovators and creative thinkers are defined as individuals who can approach challenges with original solutions, think outside the box, and contribute to developing new ideas and processes within the legal field.