Legal Intern Programme
Our Legal Intern Programme – also known as a Vacation Scheme – gives you the opportunity to experience life at Herrington Carmichael, develop your understanding of legal practice and explore whether a Training Contract with us could be the right next step.
At a glance
What you need to know about the Legal Intern Programme.
Law students who have completed their second or third year.
April, July and August each year.
A mix of two-week and three-week programmes.
Fully office-based in Farnborough.
Main route to be considered for a future Training Contract.
What you will experience
Core Tasks
- Shadowing experienced Solicitors on daily client tasks
- Attending real internal team meetings and strategic case planning
- Carrying out focused legal research and drafting key document clauses
- Reviewing agreements, files, and legal correspondence
- Direct support for fee earners and real client transaction flows
Pathway to Training Contract
Our internship is not just work experience; it is our primary recruitment channel. Successful interns are automatically offered fast-tracked interviews and considerations for our upcoming Training Contract cohorts.
Frequently asked questions
No previous legal experience is required. We evaluate raw analytical potential, personality, and career alignment.
Yes, all our interns are paid at least the National Minimum Wage during their internship.
To ensure you receive maximum mentorship, shadowing opportunity, and support, this is a fully office-based programme.
Start your application
Applications for our April, July and August internships are open. Connect with our graduate recruitment team for key dates.