2027 London - Summer Vacation Scheme
A three-week summer vacation scheme at Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer in London offering experience in two different legal practice areas, client work, and networking, with consideration for a training contract.
London
Undergraduate
Law
In-Person
1 December 2026
Last verified: 16 September 2026
About this opportunity
This summer vacation scheme is a three-week programme in London where participants will experience two different practice areas at Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer, supported by supervision on live client matters. The scheme includes presentations, workshops, and networking events. Salary is £500 per week. Successful participants may be offered a place on the Trainee Associate Programme. Applications close on 1 December 2026.
Who is it for?
Penultimate-year students, finalists, and graduates from any degree discipline interested in commercial law.
What you will gain
Experience working on real legal projects, exposure to different practice areas, supervision, feedback, networking opportunities, and the possibility to be offered a training contract. Paid £500 per week.
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Requirements
Typically a minimum of AAB at A-Level (or equivalent). At university, applicants should be on track for or have achieved consistent 2:1s (average of 63% or above) across each year of study. Contextual recruitment data and mitigating circumstances taken into account.
How to apply
Submit an online application form by 1 December 2026. All applications reviewed after the deadline.
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