Description:
Steptoe LLP seeks a 2L Summer Associate who has an interest in joining the Firm's International Trade & Regulatory Compliance (ITRC) practice group in our Washington DC office for the 2027 Summer Associate Program. Our practice covers all aspects of international trade and investment, including export controls, economic sanctions, antidumping and countervailing duty remedies, WTO dispute resolution, customs compliance, and cross-border regulatory matters. We represent companies, trade associations, and governments before U.S. and international trade authorities.About the Program
Steptoe's 10-week Summer Associate Program is one of the most important elements of the firm's recruitment effort. The summer program offers a well-rounded overview of the firm's practices and exposing summer associates to substantive legal work; aimed to provide a realistic view being an associate at Steptoe from day one. During the summer, the Summer Associate will participate in trainings, work day to day with highly recognized attorneys and build relationships that will be essential to their career.
Ideal Candidate Qualifications:
- Proven track record of academic and professional excellence
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Exceptional writing skills
- Relevant prior work experience
- Leadership qualities and personal initiative
Application Materials:
For consideration, please submit:
- Cover letter
- Resume
- Law school transcript (official or unofficial)
- Writing sample
Compensation for this position is based upon an annualized salary of $225,000.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Steptoe is an equal opportunity employer (EOE/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran). All inquiries will be held in strict confidence. We strongly encourage qualified women, minorities, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community to apply.
