Wilson Sonsini

• “There was plenty of training to introduce us to the firm's systems and some of their processes. There was also additional training provided to introduce us to the firm's practice groups as well. Work assignments largely consisted of research and writing opportunities.”
• “I appreciated that we had a lot of trainings to expose us to different areas of the firm, so we had an overview of what practice areas we could sample. Work assignments weren’t time sensitive, so we could take lots of time to research and dive in to the area.”
• “Training was extremely on point for what a junior associate would be doing. There was not a lot of extra work for the sake of busy work, and any assignments that came through to be passed down to summers were relevant client work. Work assignments were real and had an impact.”
• “Training and work assignments were substantive, interesting, and engaging. I felt the assigning attorneys were thoughtful about the work and provided an appropriate level of guidance throughout.”

• “I think the firm does a great job of balancing types of social events, which cater to different types of people—different activities, social-based events, etc. Attendance at these events varies, but I do think attorneys from different groups try to make an effort to attend at least a few when they are able.”
• “There was a two-night stay in Santa Cruz with summer associates from every office, which was a great opportunity to build camaraderie across offices. There were also many social events for the summer associates at my local office to attend, which helped build the relationships I’ve maintained as a now full-time associate.”
• “Wilson Sonsini threw fun events, but the events were not excessively opulent or flashy. The events were nice, the food was good, and the people were down-to-earth. Attorneys of all levels made efforts to attend summer events, from senior partners down to first-year associates.”
• “The summer program offered a vibrant and engaging social experience with a diverse array of thoughtfully organized events that fostered genuine connection within the firm community. Social activities ranged from attending professional sporting and theater events to sharing meals at exceptional restaurants. Attorneys and partners actively participated and made everyone feel welcome. The atmosphere at these events was warm and inclusive, which made it easy to build meaningful relationships throughout the summer. Informal gatherings organized by the summer associates themselves were also frequent and well-attended, further contributing to a strong sense of camaraderie. My favorite was an evening dinner and games at Levi's stadium.”

• “[Our summer program] was a realistic taste of what life would be like as a junior attorney. I had real responsibilities, for real clients, and I learned a ton that helped jump-start my time as a junior attorney.”
• “I have been pleasantly surprised by how much responsibility is given to first years. You are allowed to take on as much as you can handle, and there are many associates and partners who make an effort to mentor you as you do so.”
• “Everything has been as expected so far. I was led to believe it's an office where I can have a lot of autonomy over my work and the way I work, and that has proven to be true.”
• “My expectations have largely been met, and some exceeded. I have been pleasantly surprised with how much support the firm offers (resources-wise) to first years. There is an optional coaching circle, the firm has a lot of different search-able FAQs pages, and I was assigned a first-year guide/mentor that I meet with regularly to ask first-year type questions to. The firm allows the mentor to bill certain meetings under mentorship, which is huge because that way, as a first year, I am more likely to ask questions and have meaningful conversations with them during that set-aside time. Billing time is a big change from being a summer associate, as there was no billable time requirement, but that was to be expected.”

Our summer program offers a unique opportunity to work with the leading provider of legal services to technology, life sciences, and other growth enterprises worldwide. Summer at our firm incorporates many things important to our culture: challenging and varied assignments, direct working relationships with our innovative clients, meeting a wide range of attorneys, a comprehensive training program, and exciting social activities that take advantage of our locations in technology centers around the country. We provide opportunities to give back by incorporating a Juneteenth Day of Service and community impact activities, as well as opportunities to contribute to many of the important pro bono matters the firm supports.