Law Students and Entry-Level Lawyers (U.S.)

Law Students joining Jones Day have the opportunity to be part of a Firm that has repeatedly earned high rankings for client service by the BTI Consulting Group, which bases its rankings on survey results from Fortune 1000 corporate counsel. We are proud of our unwavering commitment to client service, and expect all of our lawyers to share our dedication.

Jones Day Summer Associate Program

1L applications for the 2026 U.S. Summer Associate Program will open in the fall of 2025.  If you would like to receive notification when 1L applications open, click HERE.

2L applications for the 2026 U. S. Summer Associate Program are now closed.

Jones Day New Lawyers Group

3L entry-level applications are now being accepted for our 2026 New Lawyers Group (Irvine and San Francisco offices only).  We welcome direct applications via our Application Portal.

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