A&O Shearman
A&O Shearman is a leading international commercial law firm offering a Winter Vacation Scheme for final-year students. You'll work on live deals and cases alongside experienced lawyers and partners, gaining practical skills while experiencing the firm's collaborative culture and exploring whether it's the right fit for your legal career.
What you’ll do
- Contribute to real commercial law matters and live cases under supervision
- Develop practical legal skills through hands-on work with industry-leading colleagues
- Attend training events and presentations on key practice areas
- Build your professional network by engaging with partners, lawyers, and fellow scheme participants
- Participate in the REACH Buddy Scheme for mentorship and support if eligible
Eligibility
- Final-year law student graduating Summer 2027
- Based in or able to work from the London office
- Passionate about commercial law and keen to develop professional skills
- Interested in exploring a potential training contract route with the firm
Key facts
- Salary: 500
- Location: London
- Deadline: 7 September 2026
- Internship
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