We want to involve you in the work of the associates during your internship, therefore you will require basic legal knowledge. As a guideline, you should ideally have completed the second section of your law studies or earned a bachelor’s degree (business law) by the start of the internship. We are happy to accept applications in advance.
In the Brussels office legal consultant internships are only available in the antitrust, competition and trade practice.
Summer law student internships are available in antitrust, competition and trade, corporate, data, people and reward, litigation and tax practices.
Yes, we encourage you to indicate your preferred practice group in your application, along with the time period you’re applying for.
Yes, Freshfields College is an integral part of your comprehensive training.
All applications should be submitted through our application portal by the respective deadlines.
Italy
Please find out more about our opportunities in Italy.
Japan
Please find out more about our opportunities in Japan.
MENA
Please find out more about our opportunities in MENA.
Netherlands
Please find out more about our opportunities in the Netherlands.
For London-Asia Trainee Associate Programme: All applications should be submitted through our application portal by the respective deadlines. Click ‘apply now’ for all available opportunities.
For Singapore International Arbitration Group (IAG) Internship Programme: All applications should be submitted through our application portal by the respective deadlines. Click ‘Apply now’ under the ‘Key dates & apply now’ section at the top.
Slovakia
Please find out more about our opportunities in Slovakia.
Spain
Please find out more about our opportunities in Spain.
We look for many skills including determination, entrepreneurship, enthusiasm, time management, flexibility, attention to detail, an interest in business, willingness to work as a team and resilience. Ensure you link your experiences to the types of skills we seek. Look at our website and follow our social media channels to find out what makes a great lawyer.

- We very much encourage all candidates to interview in person so that we can show you our office space and introduce you to our unique culture. That said, we understand that scheduling and logistical constraints may mean that an in-person interview is not feasible and we will be pleased to arrange virtual meetings for those candidates.
- During your callback, you will meet with three partners, followed by a meal with associates. We will solicit your practice area interests in advance of your callback and will do our best to match you with lawyers who work in those areas.
Vietnam
Please find out more about our opportunities in Vietnam.
