Summer Vacation Scheme 2027
Spend one week working alongside Forsters’ lawyers, completing trainee-level work and learning about the firm’s clients, practice areas and culture.
London
Undergraduate
Law
In-Person
4 January 2027
Last verified: 16 September 2026
About this opportunity
Forsters will run two one-week Summer Vacation Schemes in London from 7 to 11 June and 14 to 18 June 2027. Around ten students attend each scheme and complete trainee-level tasks under the supervision of an associate. Participants also attend skills workshops and social events and receive support from a buddy and supervisor. Participants receive a gross salary of £547 for the week and may interview for a training contract during the scheme.
Who is it for?
Penultimate-year law students, final-year non-law students, graduates from any degree discipline and career changers. Applicants from all universities are welcomed. International students may apply if their existing visa permits them to work during the scheme.
What you will gain
Trainee-level legal experience, exposure to Forsters’ clients and practice areas, skills workshops, networking opportunities, support from a buddy and supervisor, and an interview for a potential September 2029 training contract.
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Requirements
Applicants should have achieved at least ABB at A level or equivalent and should have gained, or expect to gain, a 2:1 degree. Forsters also looks for intellectual ability, sound judgement, collaboration, motivation, strong interpersonal skills and genuine interest in the firm. Mitigating circumstances are considered.
How to apply
Complete the online application form without submitting a CV, followed by a self-recorded video interview. Shortlisted applicants attend an assessment day in February 2027. Successful candidates receive a vacation scheme offer and complete a final training-contract interview during the scheme.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official Forsters page to apply for this opportunity.
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