EARLY CAREERS

Internship

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About this programme

Our six month, in-person paid internship will show you what we do, how we work and the impact we make in Luxembourg 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 six month internship in our Luxembourg 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.

We’ll ask you to choose your preferred practice groups when you apply and will try to assign you to one of these for the programme.

During the internship, you will:

  • experience the complexities of our work and 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; and
  • 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.

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 do 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 will:

  • 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.
Recruitment roadmap

What to expect

  • Application form

    Our application form will capture some key information about yourself and we'll also ask you to submit answers to our application questions regarding your achievements. We will also ask you to submit a CV in English. We don’t require you to submit a cover letter as part of your application.

  • Online assessment

    The Watson Glaser online assessment is untimed and to be completed at your own pace. However, you must complete your assessment within five working days of receiving the link. There are various practice Watson Glaser assessments available online and we would recommend spending some time practising these to familiarise yourself with the types of questions you may be asked. You will also be sent a link from us with a further practice assessment you can take before undertaking the final assessment.

  • 1st stage interview

    This interview will be with a Recruitment Business Partner, to evaluate your language skills, explore your motivations for the internship, and discuss practical details.

  • 2nd stage interview

    This interview will be with a Counsel and/or Senior Lawyer who will assess your motivations for and alignment to the role you’ve applied for. The interview is also your chance to demonstrate your strengths and help us get to know you better.

What to expect
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Your questions,
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No. This internship role is for a fixed term and is not a bar traineeship role.

No, you don't need prior work experience, however previous internship experience is helpful. You will be fully involved within the team and practice group you join.

Yes, however you'll be required to have a school or university internship agreement.

No, our six-month internships start in January and July. We don't currently offer shorter internships. 

At the end of your internship, you will have the opportunity to be assessed, based on your performance and our availability, for a position as an Associate or Legal Advisor with us.

Please contact Elena Desuesir (Recruitment Business Partner).

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