Law Students

Shutts & Bowen’s Summer Associate Program is designed to provide an intellectually challenging and professionally gratifying experience for law students. The program allows students to rotate through a variety of practice areas and provides them the opportunity to delve into the different aspects of our legal services. Our Summer Associates are paired with a mentor within the firm to offer insights into the history and culture of Shutts and gain an accurate sense of what it is like to work at a nationally recognized, top-ranked law firm.

Summer Associates are given the chance to attend client meetings, depositions, court hearings and other proceedings within their various practice groups. Because we believe in the importance of networking and personal development, this program also includes opportunities to attend firm-sponsored social events and community improvement projects.

At the end of the 10-week program, we offer all our Summer Associates feedback through a formal evaluation. We are proud of our history of hiring entry level associates through this program.

Applications are now being accepted to Shutts' 2026 Summer Associate program. To view the application, please click here. Please note that this is a full-time, in-office position. In your cover letter, please state your office preference/s - applications are being accepted for the firm's Miami, Orlando, Tallahassee, Tampa and West Palm Beach locations. If you have any questions regarding the Summer Associate Program, please email our Director of Attorney Recruiting, Caroline Cimei at ccimei@shutts.com.