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Spring and Summer Vacation Schemes 2027
Spend two weeks at Gibson Dunn’s London office completing meaningful work, attending workshops and exploring a potential training contract with the firm.
London
Undergraduate
Law
In-Person
8 January 2027
Last verified: 9 October 2026
About this opportunity
Gibson Dunn will run two two-week London vacation schemes in 2027. The Spring Scheme takes place from 30 March to 9 April 2027, while the Summer Scheme runs from 21 June to 2 July 2027. Participants complete meaningful work on high-profile matters and attend seminars and workshops designed to provide insight into the firm. The schemes are intended for candidates who want to apply for a Gibson Dunn training contract.
Who is it for?
Penultimate or final-year law students, final-year students from other degree disciplines, recent graduates from any discipline and candidates already completing the GDL, LPC or SQE course.
What you will gain
Meaningful experience on high-profile legal matters, seminars, professional workshops, insight into Gibson Dunn’s work and culture, and the opportunity to pursue a training contract with the firm. Participants receive £750 per week. Additional support with travel and accommodation may be considered individually.
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Requirements
Applicants must be penultimate or final-year law students, final-year non-law students, recent graduates from any discipline, or candidates already completing the GDL, LPC or SQE. They should demonstrate a genuine interest in commercial law and pursuing a training contract with Gibson Dunn.
How to apply
Apply online through Gibson Dunn’s Apply4Law portal between 1 September 2026 and 8 January 2027. Places are allocated on a rolling basis, so candidates are advised to apply early.
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