Summer Associate Program Manager

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Benesch is proud to announce the opening for a Summer Associate Program Manager in our Cleveland office! This position is hybrid and has work from home flexibility.

Position Summary:

Do you enjoy the fast pace and hustle and bustle of program management? Do you feel accomplished by putting together, running and managing graduate level programs for college students to help develop them as future employees? Are you looking to work with a professional development team to ensure graduate students have an enriching experience during their summer clerkships? Then you may be interested in Benesch's Summer Associate Program Manager position. This role is perfect for the person who wants to oversee summer programs involving future Benesch attorneys.

The Summer Associate Program Manager is responsible for implementing and managing the summer associate program firmwide, including onboarding and integration, professional development, work allocation, and performance evaluation processes. The manager will work closely with the Director of Law School Recruiting, local Hiring Committee Chairs, and other key program stakeholders to evaluate and enhance programming on an ongoing basis to ensure an enriching experience that prepares summer associates for a full-time associate role at Benesch. The manager will also work closely with our Professional Development team to plan and implement our first-year associate program and integration plan, helping to ensure a seamless transition from summer associate to a full-time associate role.

Essential Functions:

1. Lead the planning and implementation of the summer program schedule.

a. Develop and implement the summer associate program schedule, including orientation, professional development programming, social events, work allocation, and performance review meetings.

b. Coordinate with various departments and practice groups to ensure a comprehensive and engaging program, providing summer associate with a well-rounded view of the firm.

c. Manage logistics for program activities, including event planning, venue booking, and materials preparation, with support from local office team members.

2. Manage summer associate onboarding, integration, and retention.

a. Coordinate with HR, IT, and other departments internally to ensure a smooth onboarding process, including pre-employment requirements and technology needs.

b. Plan and implement a robust orientation schedule that provides a comprehensive introduction to the firm and the tools needed to succeed as a summer associate.

c. Check in regularly with summer associates to ensure they are receiving the support, interaction, and resources they need to succeed.

d. Travel to Benesch office locations throughout the summer to attend summer events/meet with summer associates and local