EARLY CAREERS in Germany

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About this programme

The opportunities and experiences you'll have as a working student will enable you to develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to succeed in a career in law.

You'll be earning while you learn, and you’ll discover how an international law firm makes an impact in Germany and around the world.

Julia Frey, Senior Associate, Corporate, Cologne

I strive to be a mentor and role model for our trainees. My aim is to ensure they feel recognised at DLA Piper and receive support for their individual needs.

Julia Frey
Philipp Gudert, Senior Associate Employment, Hamburg

Having worked at DLA Piper as a Wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiter, Referendar, Associate and now as a Senior Associate in employment law, I never felt like the new person for even a single day; I was immediately part of the team.

Philipp Gudert
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