Applications open on December 19 via CSM/Symplicity. Deadline to apply has been extended to January 22.
The New York City Bar Association’s 1L Fellowship Program (the “Fellowship Program” or “Program”) is available to law students of all backgrounds who have experienced challenges on their path to a legal career. The goal of the Fellowship Program is to offer these first-year students a unique summer employment opportunity in outstanding law firms and corporate law departments. All students are welcome to apply.
Summer 2025 employers included the following law firm and corporate employers:
- Arnold & Porter
- Bessemer Trust
- Bloomberg
- BNY Mellon
- Capgemini
- Celonis
- Con Ed
- Fried Frank
- Labaton Sucharow
- Marsh McLennan
- Metlife
- Morgan Stanley
- New York Life
- Paul Weiss
- Sher Tremont
- Troutman Pepper Locke
Timeline:
- Application Extended Due: January 22, 2026
- Interviews (virtual): February 10, 2026
- Fellowships Awarded and Assignments Made: mid-February
Required Materials:
- Completed and signed New York City Bar 1L Fellowship Application Form;
- Resume;
- Unofficial transcripts of undergraduate, graduate (if applicable) and law school grades;
- Personal statement; and
- Writing sample prepared by the student; and
Optional Materials:
- Miscellaneous documents (e.g., letters of recommendation, other documents submitted, etc.).
Please review the attached NYC Bar 1L Fellowship Program Description for further details and instructions, and watch the webinar posted on the OCS Video Website: “2026 NYC Bar 1L Fellowship Information Session,” under Panels & Webinars.
Reach out to Emily.weinig@nyu.edu with any questions.