Mini-Pupillage
A mini-pupillage at St John’s Chambers offering court, conference and paperwork experience with barristers in Bristol.
Bristol
Undergraduate, Graduate, Postgraduate
Law
In-Person
rolling
Last verified: 16 September 2026
About this opportunity
St John’s Chambers offers one mini-pupillage per month. Mini-pupils typically accompany members to court, attend conferences involving clients or solicitors, read and discuss case papers, and ask questions about the Bar, chambers life and pupillage. At least 50% of mini-pupillages are offered to applicants from non-traditional, underrepresented, state-school and BAME backgrounds through the BarNone initiative.
Who is it for?
Students and graduates interested in becoming barristers and learning more about practice at the Bar.
What you will gain
Court shadowing, exposure to conferences and paperwork, insight into barristers’ work, understanding of pupillage and access to members of chambers for career questions.
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Requirements
Applicants should be interested in a career at the Bar. St John’s Chambers particularly encourages applications from non-traditional, underrepresented, state-school and BAME backgrounds.
How to apply
Complete the mini-pupillage application form and follow the guidance notes on the St John’s Chambers website. Applications are accepted throughout the year and assessed in March, June, September and December.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official St John’s Chambers page to apply for this opportunity.
Always confirm eligibility, deadlines, and requirements directly on the official St John’s Chambers website before applying. Nentra does not guarantee the accuracy of third-party programme details.
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