Miller Johnson Summer Associate Program
Our Summer Associate Program has helped shape the careers of more than 100 future attorneys – you could be next.
We are no longer accepting applications for 1L or 2L Summer Associates for 2026.
We will begin accepting applications from 2L students (graduating class of 2028) for 2027 starting December 1.
Contact Jackelyn Wilhelm via email at wilhelmj@millerjohnson.com with any questions.
Thank you!
Miller Johnson’s Commitment to Client Service is our daily mission. From our offices in Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo, and Detroit, Michigan, we represent corporate, institutional, and individual clients around the world.
Candidates are encouraged to apply for a summer association position – which will take place in the Grand Rapids office. Job duties include drafting motions and other legal documents, conducting legal research, and receiving hand-on training and experiences with our attorneys. We have a variety of practice groups to receive assignments from, so you can find the right fit for you.
Front Row:
Emma Everhart-Deckard, Indiana University Maurer School of Law (Litigation)
Errol Vickers, Chicago-Kent College of Law (M&A)
Isabella Bouma, University of Detroit Mercy School of Law (M&A)
Kimyarie Stokes, Southern Illinois University – Simmons Law School (M&A)
Janet Ibarra, Michigan State University College of Law (Labor & Employment)
Ashtaan Rapanos, Wayne State University Law School (M&A)
Sarah Bazzi, University of Michigan Law School (M&A)
Back Row:
Lena Bobo, University of Detroit Mercy School of Law (Labor & Employment)
Sampoorna Ravikanth, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign College of Law (M&A)
Jasmine Alkatib, University of Detroit Mercy School of Law (Open)
Tyler Winowiecki, University of Detroit Mercy School of Law (M&A)
Charlie Anderson, Indiana University Maurer School of Law (Litigation)
Josh Arsulowicz, University of Notre Dame (M&A)
Samuel Palmeter, University of Detroit Mercy School of Law (M&A)
Samuel Baker, Michigan State University College of Law (M&A)
Paige Nielsen, Indiana University Maurer School of Law (Immigration)
Allison Sullivan, Wayne State University Law School (M&A)
Charlotte Doran, University of Michigan Law School (Employment & Labor)
At Miller Johnson we embrace our Down to Earth, Down to Business motto in all aspects of work life at Miller Johnson. Our Summer Associates will gain experience in the office working hands on on various projects, enjoy social activities, experience client events, and more.
We are looking for Summer Associates to join us in our offices conveniently located in downtown Detroit or Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Our Grand Rapids Office is located in the Arena Place Building just 3 blocks from the city center. Our next door neighbor is West Michigan’s premier entertainment venue, Van Andel Arena, which is home to the Grand Rapids Griffins. On any given day in Grand Rapids you can find a festival happening downtown, kayak the Grand River, enjoy a new restaurant, or take a quick trip to the beaches of Lake Michigan.
Our Detroit office is located in the Ally Building on the 36th floor. Located in Detroit’s Central Business District Comerica Park, Little Caesar’s Arena and Ford Field are just a short walk away, as is the river and world renowned architecture.
You can travel to Detroit or Grand Rapids by plane, train or automobile – and once you get here, you’ll be amazed at how easy it is to get around! Wondering what is happening? Visit Detroit or Experience Grand Rapids websites both share information about what each city has to offer.
Our summer associates have come from universities across Michigan and the U.S., below you will find some of the most recent universities we have worked with.
At Miller Johnson we are a full service law firm. We provide counsel to employers for their most sophisticated legal needs and work to improve quality of life in the communities we serve. Together, we are part of an increasingly diverse, multicultural, and global marketplace — a world full of change, challenges and possibilities. With this we offer a unique opportunity to experience your summer.
Our Attorneys are experienced in a variety of specialties, this means we do everything, but in particular, we want you to know that we do the following:
“My Summer at Miller Johnson was an invaluable experience. I was able to get hands-on experience with projects in the area I want to practice in. Every attorney I worked with was extremely knowledgeable and friendly. They really make an effort to integrate you into the firm with all activities and lunches I felt like I really got to know most people at the firm.”
Jacob Cowdry, Summer 2022
“I had a great summer! I think the summer was a balanced mix of work and play—with play being opportunities to mingle with other Miller attorneys. I tried to make good use of my weekends, spending time with family in Holland and at the beach. Living in Grand Valley’s housing at Secchia Hall was also very convenient.”
Marcus Hoekstra, Summer 2022
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