Dublin Summer Internship

Careers grow faster when

purpose is clear

On our internship, you’ll see the impact we make in Ireland and around the world while exploring the intersection of law, business and technology.

You’ll start building the foundations of a global legal career, working collaboratively with colleagues and clients on high‑value matters that shape industries.

During the 2-3 week, in-person, paid internship, you could be attending court hearings, working directly with clients, collaborating with leading professionals, and you’ll get hands‑on experience of life at a global law firm.

This internship goes beyond shadowing. You’ll be part of the team, trusted to take ownership and contribute meaningfully.

Discover how DLA Piper combines legal know how, business insight and innovation to deliver exceptional client outcomes. You’ll develop the skills, behaviours and mindset needed to thrive as a commercial lawyer, while building relationships with partners, lawyers and trainees who will guide your growth and development.

Application for our 2027 Dublin Summer Internship will open on Monday 21st September. Once you have completed your internship, you could be offered a place in our Future Lawyers Pathway.

What you will do

• Start your journey with an interactive induction in London, connecting with fellow interns from across the programme and building your network from day one.
• Immerse yourself in complex work, gaining insight into how our practice and sector groups around the world help clients navigate change.
• Join a collaborative, forward-looking team, contribute to real client matters, and experience the pace and variety of work at DLA Piper.
• Accelerate your development through structured learning opportunities that will strengthen your professional skills.
• Benefit from a network of supervisors, buddies and mentors who will encourage and challenge you and help you make the most of your experience.
• Broaden your perspective by exploring areas such as legal technology, sustainability and responsible business,, highlighting the various ways you can make an impact at DLA Piper.

You Can Apply If You Are In your penultimate year of your degree or In the final year of your degree or A graduate/ changing careers

Academic Requirements We welcome applications from candidates studying any degree subject. You should have achieved, or be on track to achieve, a 2:1 undergraduate degree (or equivalent) and have achieved a minimum of 450 CAO points in the Irish Leaving Certificate (or an equivalent qualification). We recognise that everyone's circumstances are different and will consider mitigating circumstances on a case-by-case basis.

Right To Work In Ireland You must have the right to work in Dublin on a full-time basis (40 hours per week) for the entire duration of the Summer Internship.

If you hold a Student visa, you must be able to demonstrate that you are permitted to work full-time from the internship start date (typically the third week of June), based on your university's official term and vacation dates.

Unfortunately, DLA Piper is unable to provide visa sponsorship for the Summer Internship programme. However, if you are successful in securing a place on our Future Lawyers Pathway and subsequently receive an offer to join us as a trainee solicitor, DLA Piper is able to provide visa sponsorship.

Key information

Applications open for our 2027 Summer Internship on the 21st September 2026

Applications close for our 2027 Summer Internship on the 15th January 2027 at 17:00

Before starting your application, you'll be taken to our anonymous Realistic Job Preview to explore the role, learn about our ways of working and receive personalised feedback.

Programme Dates: Normally Mid June 2027 - Mid July 2027

Applicants will be assessed for a place on the Future Lawyers Pathway, commencing in Autumn 2029.

Our Early Careers team reviews all applications and assessment results, and human judgement remains an important part of deciding who advances to the next stage throughout the process. We are committed to a fair, transparent and inclusive recruitment process.

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