2025 Summer Associate Program - Chicago

Our Summer Associate Program — one of the most comprehensive available — drives our hiring efforts. Explore how to at Skadden.

Applicants participating in a law school early interview program do not need to submit an application here.

Summer Associates are paid $4,326.92 per week.

EEO Statement

Skadden is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It adheres to an equal employment opportunity policy that prohibits discriminatory practices or harassment against applicants or employees based on any legally impermissible factor including, but not necessarily limited to, race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, alienage or citizenship status, marital or familial status, domestic partnership status, caregiver status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, change of sex or transgender status, genetic information, medical condition, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual and reproductive health decisions, disability, any protected military or veteran status, or status as a victim of domestic or dating violence, sexual assault or offense, or stalking.

Applicants who require an accommodation during the application process should contact Emily Johnston at (212) 735-3304.

Additional Employment Notices

It is not possible to make updates or changes once an application has been submitted. If you need to make changes or have questions regarding this application, please contact a member of the .