"I entered law school with a clear vision of practicing health law. As a summer associate for two consecutive summers, I worked on a variety of healthcare projects that aligned with my goals, while also taking on corporate projects to further solidify my business background. The exposure to both areas helped me develop a well-rounded skill set and deepened my understanding of complex legal issues. The collaborative environment, supportive attorneys, and opportunity to work on substantive matters have been instrumental in shaping my career path. Barnes & Thornburg’s program provided the perfect blend of professional development and hands-on experience."

"I am very grateful for my experience as a 2L summer associate at Barnes & Thornburg. As an aspiring transactional attorney, I was thrilled to immediately receive work and gain experience in real estate and corporate deals with attorneys who had an open-door policy for all of my questions. Just as important, I developed meaningful relationships during my summer experience with my fellow summer associates, attorneys across multiple practice groups, and staff. As I begin my career in a practice I enjoy and with connections across the firm, I can proudly say that returning to Barnes & Thornburg after my summer associate experience was one of the easiest decisions I’ve made in my life."

"My summer at Barnes & Thornburg gave me something law school couldn’t: a real vision of what lawyering can be. Getting to work on real matters and assist in providing solutions for real people reminded me what I was working toward. On top of that, the hospitable environment Barnes & Thornburg facilitates for students to learn is unmatched."

"I had such a great summer experience as a 2L with Barnes & Thornburg. At the start of the summer, I was unsure what type of law I wanted to practice, and by the end I found my passion. Barnes & Thornburg let me explore different practice groups and a large variety of projects, which really helped me find my strong interest in healthcare law. Everyone that I had the opportunity to work with throughout the summer was so helpful and welcoming, which made my decision to come back an easy one. "

"The hands-on, real-world practical work experience provided to the summer associates sets Barnes & Thornburg’s summer program apart. Our summer associates have the opportunity to work with over a dozen attorneys in multiple practice areas to provide real solutions to real legal problems. The summer associates who return as associates are well-prepared for the challenges and opportunities of being first-year attorneys. Of course, we also include interesting and unique social events that encourage team-building and camaraderie within the summer class, within the office, and firmwide."

"Barnes & Thornburg is known for its sophisticated, client-focused approach to the practice of law, and for the collegial, collaborative approach permeating the hallways. Our summer associate program is no different, and provides the perfect springboard for launching a successful career. Summer associates are given the opportunity to make meaningful contributions to the firm’s work and to see what the life of a Barnes & Thornburg attorney is really like. We seek the best future legal talent for our summer program because we want to build the future of our firm on that foundation."

"I am grateful to have been a part of Barnes & Thornburg's summer program as a 2L. During my summer, I had the opportunity to connect and work with attorneys from all across the country. Their insight and advice, as well as their feedback, helped me feel confident and prepared both during the summer and now as a first-year associate. Additionally, being encouraged to work in several different practice areas over the summer allowed me to explore my interests and find where my passion lies. If you are looking to work with friendly people who are dedicated to your success, Barnes & Thornburg is the place to be."

"I was fortunate enough to spend both law school summers with Barnes & Thornburg and clerked during the school year and knew this is where I wanted to spend my career. The value of working on critical motions and research while also receiving great feedback and being told “good job” can’t be overstated. Everyone from support staff up to partners made me feel like a valued member of the team and they continued to check on me during the school year as well. Coming back to the office allowed me to fall back into cases and hit the ground running in my practice. Anyone who wants a summer experience that is equal parts substantive and collaborative should look no further!"