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Ireland - Dublin Summer Internship 2027
Type: Internship
Location: Ireland: Dublin
- Applications open: 2026-12-01
- Closing date: 2027-02-12 Europe/Dublin
- Application timing: Applications open 1 December 2026 and close 12 February 2027.
- Programme dates: The internship takes place during July 2027; exact dates are agreed with successful candidates.
- Duration: Summer internship
- Status: upcoming
Published application and programme dates
- Applications open 1 December 2026 and close 12 February 2027.
- Programme: The internship takes place during July 2027; exact dates are agreed with successful candidates.
- Who can apply: Students eligible for Dechert’s Dublin legal internship programme.
- Eligibility: See the official programme criteria.
- Academic requirements: Applicants are normally expected to have, or be on course for, a 2:1 or first.
- Application process: Complete the official online application form.
- Expenses: Up to €100 of interview travel expenses is reimbursed.
United Kingdom - London Spring Vacation Scheme 2027
Type: Vacation Scheme
Location: United Kingdom: London
- Closing date: 2026-12-31
- Application timing: Applications close on 31 December 2026; no closing time is published.
- Programme dates: 30 March–9 April 2027.
- Status: open
Published application and programme dates
- Applications close on 31 December 2026; no closing time is published.
- Programme: 30 March–9 April 2027.
- Funding: £550 per week.
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