Autumn Vacation Scheme 2026
A paid two-week vacation scheme offering live legal work and a potential route to Simpson Thacher’s private equity training contract.
London
Undergraduate, Graduate
Law
In-Person
27 August 2026
Last verified: 30 July 2026
About this opportunity
Simpson Thacher’s Autumn Vacation Scheme runs from 2–13 November 2026. Participants join a practice group and complete live work alongside associates and partners, including research, analysis and drafting. The programme also includes private-equity workshops, skills training, practice-group sessions, mentoring and social events. Participants receive £1,500.
Who is it for?
University students and graduates from any degree discipline who are interested in commercial law and private equity.
What you will gain
Live transactional experience, legal research and drafting skills, private-equity knowledge, detailed feedback, mentoring and the opportunity to secure a training contract.
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Requirements
Applicants should have or be predicted at least a 2:1 degree and normally hold AAB at A-Level or equivalent. A law degree is not required.
How to apply
Complete the online application through Simpson Thacher’s UK Early Careers website once applications open.
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