EARLY CAREERS
Summer internship
About this programme
Our two month, in-person paid summer internship will show you what we do, how we work and the impact we make in Thailand and around the world.
Programme details
Explore the intersection between law and business. Develop the foundation of skills you need for a global legal career. You’ll do all this, and more, on our two month internship in our Bangkok office.
This isn’t just a chance to shadow our lawyers. You’ll play a real role in our teams and take on responsibility from day one. Whether attending court hearings, working with clients or developing your professional network, you’ll experience the cutting edge of the legal sector. You'll discover how law can unlock potential around the world and in your own career. That includes seeing how a purpose-led organisation makes a difference through pro bono work and sustainability commitments.
The internship is your chance to see if law is a career you can thrive in. Working across our practice groups and sectors, you’ll be giving your career the best platform by developing the knowledge, skills and behaviours that will support your professional growth.
During the internship, you will:
- experience the complexities of our work and discover how you can make a real impact around the world. You’ll see how we think across borders to find creative solutions for our clients;
- join a forward-looking, friendly team while collaborating with colleagues around the world;
- develop your knowledge and skills through structured learning and development opportunities;
- be supported by a strong network of supervisors, buddies, and mentors to develop your confidence and identify your own personal and professional goals;
- be part of an international early careers community full of talented colleagues who’ll become part of your global network;
- have opportunities to explore interests beyond your role, including legal tech, sustainability and pro bono work, to give you an authentic insight into life at DLA Piper; and
- enjoy a supportive working environment where your wellbeing is always a priority and your workload is managed so you can always deliver your best.
You’ll have the freedom to discover your own path and make an extraordinary impact beyond the borders of traditional law. Tomorrow’s legal industry can’t hire yesterday’s skills. Unlock your potential and start building a different kind of legal career.
What we look for
We’re looking for people from a diverse range of backgrounds who have the potential to thrive at our firm.
To succeed on our early careers programmes, you don’t need any specific legal experience or education, but you will, in addition to the eligibility criteria:
- have an interest in international law and business;
- have a forward-thinking and entrepreneurial mindset and will be excited about doing things differently in the legal industry;
- be self-motivated by a strong desire to achieve your personal and professional goals;
- enjoy collaborating with others and will be instinctively socially aware;
- have a growth mindset so you see setbacks as learning opportunities, and you’ll proactively look for ways to grow and develop;
- enjoy working in an ever-changing environment; and
- enjoy taking ownership of tasks and thinking critically.
Accessibility
At DLA Piper, we are committed to making reasonable adjustments and removing disability-related barriers. This is so everyone, irrespective of a visible or non-visible disability, neurodivergence, a long-term health condition or injury, has an equitable opportunity to succeed in our recruitment process.
If you think you may need adjustments or additional support to enable you to participate in our recruitment process, please get in touch with our Early Careers team and we will be happy to support you.
We understand that sharing your needs with us may feel daunting. We will have an open discussion with you about what will work best for you in the recruitment process, and you only need to share what you feel comfortable with. Our team will ensure that the information you provide will be treated confidentially. The information will only be shared with others involved in the process, on your approval, and where necessary.
We will use the information you share to put adjustments in place for you at any stage, or at multiple stages, of the recruitment process. This is to enable you to perform to the best of your ability, and to have an equitable opportunity to perform and thrive.
Recruitment roadmap
What to expect
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Application form
Our application form will capture some information about you and will also ask you to submit answers to our application questions regarding your motivations to apply to DLA Piper. We will also ask you to submit a CV and an academic transcript.
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In-person assessment
The final stage is an in-person assessment. It will comprise of exercises which give you the chance to demonstrate your strengths and help us get to know you better.
Nicharee Kitiyansub, Legal Assistant, Bangkok
I am grateful to DLA Piper for providing exceptional mentorship and support in the beginning of my legal career which has allowed me to adopt a positive mindset.
Prin Laomanutsak, Associate, Bangkok
DLA Piper fosters a work-life culture that fosters productivity, career growth and sustainable ways of working. The firm's inclusive culture means feeling that you can be accepted for who you are at work, regardless of your religion, gender identity, race and beliefs.
Thanadee Wittayachon, Associate, Bangkok
DLA Piper's international presence and extensive range of practice groups offer exceptional opportunities for professional development and involvement in cross-border cases.
Natnicha Nakhwan, Associate, Bangkok
DLA Piper creates an environment where everyone gets along and respects one another. DLA Piper more than just an office – it’s a place where people can develop and achieve their aspirations, individually and as a team.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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DLA Piper Bangkok offers the opportunity to experience 4 different practice groups:
- Corporate
- Employment
- Finance
- Litigation & Regulatory
You must have achieved, or be on track to achieving, either 70% or 3.0 GPA minimum.
If you do have any mitigating circumstances that you’d like us to take into account alongside your application, please contact us to discuss further.
Please contact our HR team.
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