Getting a first year summer associate position at a law firm (that pays 4 figures/week) is extremely difficult even for top students at T14 schools.
Think of it this way: Pay, Legal Area of Interest, or Legal Position - pick any two.
It's not THAT hard to get a first year summer job, but if you want all of the above 3 things, you'll need some luck and good connections (in addition to good grades, of course).