Summer Internship 2027

DLA Piper

. Attend court hearings . Work directly with clients . Collaborate with leading professionals . Gain hands-on experience at a global law firm . Participate in an interactive induction in London . Contribute to real

Posted 9/20/2026internshipManchester • United KingdomEntry LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

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Demonstrates a strong foundation in law with a recognized qualifying law degree, complemented by a proactive and collaborative approach to client engagement and problem-solving. Committed to continuous learning and development within a global business and commercial law context.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Law DegreeAAB At A-Level2:1 Undergraduate DegreeGenuine Interest In Global Business And Commercial LawProactive And Self-Motivated

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Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Soft Skills

Collaborative ApproachStrong Relationship BuildingThoughtful Problem-SolvingCommitment To High-Quality Outcomes

Tools & Technologies

Legal Technology

Industry Keywords

Global Law FirmClient MattersContinuous LearningSustainabilityResponsible Business

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Attend court hearings
Work directly with clients
Collaborate with leading professionals
Gain hands-on experience at a global law firm
Participate in an interactive induction in London
Contribute to real client matters and complex work
Learn how practice and sector groups help clients navigate change
Participate in structured learning opportunities
Work with supervisors, buddies and mentors
Explore legal technology, sustainability and responsible business
Build relationships with partners, lawyers and trainees

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
Law degree must be recognised by the relevant legal regulatory body as a qualifying law degree in the country/jurisdiction where applying, unless in final year or 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 set out on the University of Law website
Right to work full time for the duration of the programme in the chosen location
DLA Piper is unable to sponsor visas
Submit only one application per year for one Summer Internship programme
Genuine interest in global business and commercial law
Proactive, self-motivated and driven
Collaborative approach and ability to build strong relationships
Commitment to continuous learning and development
Thoughtful problem-solving using evidence and different viewpoints
Ownership of work and commitment to high-quality outcomes

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid two- to three-week internship
Structured learning opportunities
Supervisors, buddies and mentors
Interactive induction and networking opportunities
Professional skills development
Hands-on experience with client work
Support for growth and development