Internship

DLA Piper

. Attend court hearings . Work directly with clients . Collaborate with leading professionals . Contribute to real client matters and high-value work . Participate in an interactive induction in London . Build a

Posted 9/20/2026internshipLondon • United KingdomEntry LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates a strong foundation in commercial law and a proactive approach to learning and development. Capable of building relationships and collaborating effectively while delivering high-quality outcomes.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Law Degree2:1 Undergraduate DegreeAAB A-LevelInterest In Global BusinessCollaborative Work

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Soft Skills

ProactiveSelf-MotivatedDrivenEnthusiasm For LearningAbility To Build Strong Relationships

Tools & Technologies

Legal Technology

Industry Keywords

Commercial LawCourt HearingsClient MattersStructured Learning ActivitiesSustainabilityResponsible Business

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Attend court hearings
Work directly with clients
Collaborate with leading professionals
Contribute to real client matters and high-value work
Participate in an interactive induction in London
Build a professional network with fellow interns, partners, lawyers and trainees
Gain insight into practice and sector groups
Complete structured learning activities
Explore legal technology, sustainability and responsible business
Develop skills, behaviours and mindset for a career in commercial law

Requirements

What you’ll need

Law student in the second year of a three-year degree, third year of a four-year degree, final year of study, or a graduate/career changer; or non-law student in the final year of a degree, or a graduate/career changer
If the law degree is not recognised as a qualifying law degree by the relevant legal regulatory body, applicant must be in the final year of study or be a graduate/career changer
AAB at A-Level or equivalent
On track to achieve, or have already achieved, a 2:1 undergraduate degree or equivalent
Meet the entry requirements on the University of Law website
Right to work full time for the duration of the programme in the chosen location
DLA Piper cannot sponsor visas for the Summer Internship programme
Submit only one application per year for one Summer Internship programme
Genuine interest in global business and commercial law
Enthusiasm for learning and exploring different practice areas
Proactive, self-motivated and driven
Ability to work collaboratively and build strong relationships
Commitment to continuous learning and development
Ability to consider evidence and different viewpoints before reaching well-reasoned conclusions
Ability to take ownership of work and deliver high-quality outcomes

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid two to three week in-person internship
Structured learning opportunities
Supervisors, buddies and mentors
Networking opportunities with interns, partners, lawyers and trainees
Hands-on experience with client work
Professional skills development
Exposure to legal technology, sustainability and responsible business