Melbourne Vacation Clerkship Program (Nov 2025)

Melbourne Vacation Clerkship Program (Nov 2025)

Gotafe | Melbourne, Victoria, 3001, AU

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Opportunity OverviewDiscover the perfect match for your aspirations with Herbert Smith Freehills' vacation clerkships. These programs offer a unique glimpse into life at a global law leader, featuring close mentorship, direct client interaction, and opportunities to contribute to real-world projects, cases, and deals. Many graduates have launched their careers through these clerkships, making it an excellent stepping stone for your future. What We OfferJoin us during your summer or winter break to gain practical experience and understand how we meet our clients' needs. The program includes exposure to diverse and complex legal matters, sessions on various practice groups, and involvement with our Digital Legal Delivery and Pro Bono & Citizenship teams. Candidate ProfileWe seek graduates with technical excellence and a growth mindset—individuals who are proactive, curious, entrepreneurial, and eager to make a meaningful impact. Embracing challenges as opportunities, they build strong relationships within our global network. Our Inclusive CultureAt Herbert Smith Freehills, we foster a diverse, innovative environment where high performance and client focus are paramount. We celebrate individuality and strive to create an inclusive space where everyone can be their authentic selves. Our flexible, respectful work environment supports work-life balance and accommodates personal commitments. Application DetailsApplications are open to penultimate and final-year law students, including international students with unrestricted work rights in Australia. Please note the opportunity is available to those with Australian, New Zealand, or equivalent legal work rights. Work RightsEligible applicants include Australian Citizens, Permanent Residents, International Students/Graduates with a Visa, or those holding an Australian Work Visa. Qualifications & RequirementsApplicants should have or be completing an Associate Degree or higher, in any study field. Hiring CriteriaNo prior experience required Benefits and DrawbacksProsLearn from top legal professionals, enjoy a supportive environment, flexible working arrangements, and comprehensive training and development opportunities. ConsLong hours during major deals are common, and the fast-paced nature may limit time for individual tasks. Opportunities for social bonding could be expanded. #J-18808-Ljbffr