Winston & Strawn LLP

Values & Culture

Practice Areas

• Corporate & M&A
• Dispute Resolution & Litigation
• International Arbitration
• Capital Markets
• Financial Services & Regulation

Geographic Focus: Global

Training Contract

The Summer Associate Program is a 10-week program from mid-May to late July, providing real work experience and mentoring.

• Application Deadline: 31 January 2026

Mentorship

Each summer associate has an associate mentor and a partner mentor to guide them through the program.

Apply on the Winston & Strawn LLP website →

Notable Matters

What Winston & Strawn LLP Looks For

Key Competencies

• Well-rounded
• Motivated
• Imaginative
• Team players

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Winston, we’re creating lasting change by embedding inclusive practices, expanding opportunity, and fostering a culture where everyone can thrive.

• Black Lawyers Network (BLN)
• DiverseAbility Network
• Family Network (FN)
• First-Gen Professionals Network
• La Alianza at Winston (LAW)
• Middle Eastern/North African (MENA)
• Military Service Network
• Winston Asian Leadership Initiative (WALI)
• Winston PRIDE
• Women’s Leadership Initiative (WLI)

Pro Bono

Winston’s pro bono work brings our firm’s longstanding values and culture of service to life.

Innovation

A high-quality, competitive option for routine legal tasks—integrated seamlessly with Winston’s core litigation, transactional, and regulatory services.

• Winston Legal Solutions

Quick Application Angles

• Apply early but not necessarily first, as early application is not required.
• Select only one office and one department to apply to, as multiple applications will not be considered.
• Participate in both 1L and 2L summer programs for a bonus.
• Engage with the firm's networks and initiatives to demonstrate commitment to diversity and inclusion.
• Highlight teamwork and motivation in your application.