Summer Program

Through our Summer Associates Program, talented law students have the unique opportunity to experience our culture firsthand, sharpening their skills by working alongside respected attorneys and interacting with clients across many industries. At Balch, we always have our sights set on the horizon for our clients, and that’s true for our people, too.

From engaging with clients and meetings to depositions and trials – our summer associates are immediately immersed in challenging and fulfilling client work as part of our team. We customize the experience of our summer associates to support their future practice goals, and tailor their workloads to offer diverse experiences across multiple practice areas and industries – and with a variety of accomplished and personable Balch attorneys who are recognized leaders in their fields.

Throughout the summer, dedicated mentors support your advancement by offering constructive feedback, career advice and encouragement along the way. We also provide training and professional development programming as well as opportunities to engage in networking events, social outings and community service activities. In short, we do everything we can to ensure our summer associates have the tools they need to succeed – and also to enjoy their journey with us. Our forward-thinking and collaborative culture supports advancement opportunities for all. There’s truly no better place to develop your legal career.

Real World Experience

You will discover what it takes to succeed as a young associate at Balch by doing real work for real clients in a learning environment. We are committed to investing in your future. 

Mentoring & Feedback 

We are committed to providing individual guidance and development programs to set the stage for a successful career. Junior and Senior mentoring programs are a critical part of the summer experience at Balch. Organized gatherings offer opportunities to learn, engage and develop new relationships. We are dedicated to teaching you crucial skills and analytical tactics, and giving you constant feedback to help prepare you for a future success.

Networking

Build relationships with lawyers who are leaders in their respective fields and are committed to supporting the next generation of lawyers. Through creative social outings, community service, cultural experiences, and formal and informal activities, our summer associates enjoy many opportunities to network and build relationships with peers and future Balch colleagues.

Each year, we host a Summer Associate Program for 2L and 1L students in our Atlanta, Birmingham, Gulfport, Jackson, and Montgomery offices. Please reach out to talent@balch.com to inquire about our 2025 Summer Associate Program.  

ON CAMPUS INTERVIEWS (OCIs)

University of Alabama School of Law
Cumberland School of Law
Duke University School of Law 
Emory University School of Law
University of Florida Levin College of Law 
Florida State University College of Law
Georgetown University Law Center
Georgia State University College of Law
University of Georgia School of Law
The George Washington University Law School
Howard University Law School
Louisiana State University Paul M. Herbert Law School
Mercer University School of Law
Mississippi College School of Law
University of Mississippi School of Law
University of North Carolina School of Law
Southern University Law Center
University of Tennessee College of Law
The University of Texas at Austin School of Law 
Tulane University School of Law
University of Virginia School of Law 
Vanderbilt Law School 
Washington & Lee University School of Law
Wake Forest University School of Law
Washington University School of Law
William & Mary Law School

If you do not see your school listed and would like to apply, please email Recruiting Coordinator, Elizabeth Smith T, at talent@balch.com. 

Julia Barber Hiring Partner talent@balch.com

Brandi A. Russell Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer and Director of Talent Management talent@balch.com