Summer Student, Legal Support

Dentons is designed to be different. Our  Firm leads the way in a rapidly changing legal marketplace. We challenge the status quo and deliver consistent results as well as uncompromising quality and value to our clients. Our global presence is renowned as a  Firm with over 21,000 individuals in more than 200 offices serving clients across 80+ countries.  

Dentons Canada is committed to its people and communities. We are consistently recognized as an employer of choice having received numerous awards including being selected as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers (2026); Canada’s Top Employers for Young People (2026), and Canada’s Best Diversity Employers (2025).

This role is an opportunity for you to join Canada's Global Law  Firm, a  Firm that offers opportunities to build your career while growing your skills and deepening your expertise.

This role is a summer position.

SUMMER POSITION SUMMARY

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented post-secondary student to join our team as a Summer Business Services Student. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain practical experience within a global  Firm and develop insights into the operations of a law  Firm.

The successful candidate will work closely with our Manager of Legal Support, and various other Business Services departments gaining exposure to a diverse range of tasks and special projects throughout the summer of 2026. These may include conducting document reviews, performing data entry, providing administrative support, drafting correspondence, assisting with event and coordination services. This hands-on experience will offer valuable insights and skill-building opportunities in a dynamic legal environment.

This position is ideal for students pursuing studies in legal studies or business administration who are eager to gain valuable, real-world experience in a dynamic legal environment.

This is a full-time (9AM to 5PM), fixed opportunity, commencing in May and ending in August and in office attendance is mandatory.

REQUIREMENTS

• Currently enrolled or recently completed (May 2026) in a university /post-secondary program (law-related studies preferred, but not required).
• Strong proficiency in MS Office Suite, including MS Word, Excel and PDF.
• Strong analytical skills including ability to communicate findings and recommendations clearly in both written and verbal format.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent data entry capability, attention to detail and accuracy in the completion of assigned tasks.

We Offer:

• An opportunity to gain valuable, practical experience in the legal field.
• The opportunity to work within a motivated team on innovative and forward-looking projects.
• Access to formal and informal mentors who will offer support to your integration into the  Firm.
• Opportunities to expand your legal knowledge through a series of training seminars.
• Connections and networking opportunities within the  Firm and participation in various social events and client seminars, offering networking opportunities.
• Hands-on experience in a professional legal environment, guided by experienced legal professionals.
• Insight into using various technologies and applications essential for legal and business operation.

Compensation

• The range of expected compensation for this position is $22 per hour.

How to Apply:

• Please submit your resume, cover letter, and transcript to your application.  Applications will be accepted until March 17, 2026. Unfortunately, due to the competitive nature of this role, applications received after this date will not be considered.
  
  

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The target compensation is $22 per hour, commensurate with the successful candidate’s skills, experience, and qualifications. Dentons is committed to equitable and competitive compensation. This target range falls within our internal salary ranges, which are based on comparable roles in the external market.  We strive to hire, promote, and transfer individuals at the entry point of the range, with consideration given to prior experience, relevant skills, and market conditions.

In addition, our learning and development programs—such as mentorship opportunities, employee networks, and leadership development initiatives—are designed to support personal and professional growth.

At Dentons, all candidate screening, assessment, and hiring decisions are made by people. From time to time, we use AI-enabled tools to assist in enhancing our recruitment process and materials; however, these tools do not screen candidates or make hiring decisions.

Note: Availability of benefits and programs may vary depending on your location and employment type and may be subject to eligibility criteria. Dentons reserves the right to modify or discontinue offerings, in whole or in part, at its discretion and without prior notice.

Equal Opportunity Statement

At Dentons Canada, inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility (IDEA) are not just ancillary values, they are foundational to our business. We believe that IDEA is essential to the shared success of our team and our clients. Our forward-thinking and inclusive culture supports the professional development of all our people, enhances the leading services we offer to our clients, and informs our commitment to make a positive impact in the communities where we live and work. As a testament to our commitment to IDEA, we have been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employer’s for 15 consecutive years (2011-2025), as well as one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People (2026) for the ninth time.

Dentons Canada is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome your application. All employment decisions, including hiring, will be made without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, colour, creed, disability, ethnic origin, family status, gender identity, marital status, place of origin, race, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable human rights legislation.

We are committed to providing you with an inclusive, barrier-free, and accessible workplace to support your success. Should you require accommodation during the recruitment process, for example as a result of a disability, please contact us at careers.canada@dentons.com.