EARLY CAREERS

International training programme

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Explore the intersection between law and business. Discover how an international law firm makes an impact in Ireland and around the world. Develop the skills you need for a global legal career. You’ll do all this and more on our two-year international training programme.

As a trainee, you'll start a global career that transcends traditional boundaries. You'll be part of a firm that embraces new ideas and fosters progress. With a focus on shaping the future of law, you'll do work that's as diverse as the world we live in.

The international training programme is designed for people who have a global mindset and appreciate the nuances of local contexts. You'll do the most stimulating work, immerse yourself in diverse cultures, and navigate the complexities of our interconnected world.

On the international training programme, you will:

  • complete rotations in our practice groups. You'll have international and client secondment opportunities, and placement opportunities in our responsible business team;
  • be at the forefront of legal innovation, working on high-profile, cross-border projects that will shape the future of law and business. 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 to drive results you're proud of;
  • develop your knowledge and skills through structured learning and development opportunities in our supportive culture;
  • be supported by a strong network of supervisors, buddies, and mentors to develop your confidence and identify your own personal and professional goals;
  • have a dedicated early careers programme manager who will work with you to ensure your journey on the programme reflects your career aspirations;
  • be part of an international early careers community of talented colleagues who’ll become part of your global network;
  • have opportunities to engage with initiatives beyond your role, including getting involved with our people networks, legal tech, sustainability and pro bono work;
  • enjoy a working environment where your wellbeing is always a priority and your workload is managed so you can always deliver your best; and
  • emerge from the programme not just as a qualified lawyer, but as a global business advisor equipped to tackle the challenges of an ever-evolving world.

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.

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You'll complete four, six-month rotations in our practice groups. These rotational experiences are designed to give you access to the most interesting work across our different areas of legal practice, broadening your knowledge, skills and network. We'll work with you to understand your preferences for each rotation, and you'll be doing work you're proud of.

Yes. You will have the opportunity to apply for any international or client secondments available during your training contract.

Each trainee has a dedicated early careers programme manager who will meet with them at the mid point of each rotation. During this meeting, upcoming rotation preferences are discussed and recorded.

We typically recruit trainees through the summer internship, but we may at times recruit outside of the internship programme.

Our summer internship programme is a fantastic way to get to experience working at DLA Piper. It will help you to get to know our firm and our people. The three-week internship will give you a strong understanding of our values and what we stand for and whether DLA Piper and its practice groups are right for you. At the end of the summer internship, you'll be assessed for a place on our international training programme (training contract) in the office where you complete your internship.

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