All students who are in good standing in their first year at an ABA-accredited law school are eligible to apply for the Diversity & Inclusion Fellowship Program. Perkins Coie is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications for the Diversity & Inclusion Fellowship Program from all eligible applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression, disability status, or any other identity.
The 1L application window is now closed, though we are still processing applications for most locations. One of our recruiters will contact you to update you on your application status.
A complete application must include:
- Current resume.
- Cover letter.
- Undergraduate and law school transcripts (unofficial versions are acceptable).
- A legal writing sample (10-page maximum).
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A personal statement (one page, single-spaced). The personal statement should be a narrative describing your academic, professional, and life experiences and, where relevant, identifying connections between those experiences and the broader goal of advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the legal profession.
Your statement should provide concrete examples of DEI leadership, resilience, and perspective, highlighting the following:
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DEI leadership. DEI initiatives or programs you have established, expanded, or otherwise substantively engaged in while in school (including undergraduate), with an employer, or in your community.
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Resilience. Obstacles you have encountered and overcome and what you learned from those experiences.
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Perspective. Relevant life experiences that have shaped your personal and professional goals.
In addition to the above factors, all applications for the fellowship also take academic performance into consideration. Applicants should have a demonstrated record of academic achievement and excellent writing and interpersonal skills, as well as experience that will contribute to a successful career in the legal field.