Description
About Ashurst:
Ashurst is a leading progressive global law firm with a rich history spanning more than 200 years. We are proud of our history and are future-focused, having expanded into new technologies through our NewLaw division, Ashurst Advance, and our consulting arm. Our in-depth understanding of our clients and commitment to providing excellent standards of service have seen us become a trusted adviser to local and global corporates, financial institutions and governments in all areas of commercial law. To find out more please visit www.ashurst.com .
In order to comply with regulatory and client requirements, Ashurst will undertake appropriate vetting of staff. When applicants accept a job offer, Ashurst, alongside a specialist provider, will undertake professional verification and background checks. These checks are only undertaken with consent, and in accordance with our legal and regulatory obligations.
About ADTLaw:
Ashurst ADTLaw is the Formal Law Alliance (FLA) between Ashurst, a leading international law firm, and ADTLaw LLC. Through Ashurst ADTLaw, we are able to provide the full breadth of international and Singapore law advice from one integrated platform, with Singapore disputes, corporate, investment fund and banking and finance representation provided by ADTLaw LLC.
Internship programme:
Our 4-week internship is available to rising third year law students and is designed to arm you with practical legal work experience. You will have the opportunity to work with different practices and will be supervised by a qualified solicitor. As part of the programme, a series of legal training workshops and sharing sessions will be available to enhance your legal skills, and industry knowledge for you to gain an in-depth first hand understanding of our practice areas. You can also expect a networking session in these 4 weeks to help enrich the connections you make during your time with us.
2025 summer internship dates:
2 to 27 June 2025
Training Contract:
Participants in our Summer Internship Programme (jointly held with ADTLaw, our Formal Law Alliance partner) will be considered for a Practice Training Contract which may be offered to those who have performed exceptionally well and have met the requirements expected of a Trainee.
Over the course of your internship, you will be asked to complete a written assignment and you will be invited for a Practice Training Contract interview if successfully shortlisted.Our training programme is 24 months in duration where you will first go through a 12-month Practice Training Contract with ADTLaw before embarking on a 12-month Post-Qualification Training Programme with Ashurst that consists of seat rotations and potentially an international secondment.
Training Contract Benefits
Competitive monthly honorarium during your Practice Training Contract and the Part B Bar Course and Examination.
Reimbursement of the Part B Bar Course and Examination fees subjects to terms and conditions of your contract.
What we look for:
- Rising third year law students with excellent academic record and a passion be a trusted legal practitioner at an established international law practice
- Outstanding communication skills
- Analytical ability, motivation, determination, drive and tenacity
- Commercial sensitivity
- Good teamwork and interpersonal skills
- Those who wish to be considered for a 2028 Practice Training Contract are encouraged to apply
- You must be available to start your internship in June 2025
How to apply:
We are accepting application for our 2025 summer internship programme from 1 November 2024 through till 31 December 2024.
You will be required to submit a short application including your CV, most recent academic transcript(s) and a short cover letter to give us an understanding of who you are and why you are interested in our role.
