Summer clerk 2026/2027 (Wellington)

Discover Buddle Findlay

Together we grow, Ka tipu tahi tātau. 

At Buddle Findlay, collaboration is at the heart of everything we do.  We believe growth, connection and achievement of exceptional outcomes for our clients, comes from working together. Join our team to make your mark on the commercial world and help our clients be part of a more successful Aotearoa!

Your opportunity 

Our summer clerk programme provides you with the opportunity to get to know us, understand what we do and how we work, and get a good idea of whether we're the right place for you.  Summer clerks are typically in their penultimate year of their law degree. Our programme is designed to give you a hands-on experience, working on significant legal projects alongside a small group of talented law students.

As a summer clerk, you will gain experience in multiple legal practice areas, take part in our bespoke summer clerk academy, learn alongside experts in their field, get involved in client facing work and connect with our people, clients and community. Our people and our culture are the foundation of who we are and what really sets us apart. 

Our summer clerk programme is a paid internship, designed to help you make the most of your summer break while gaining exposure to the legal world.  With our culture of mentoring and support, you will be immersed in our firm and given all the tools you need to grow and succeed. 

As a summer clerk at Buddle Findlay, on top of a competitive salary and working on interesting and challenging projects, you will also receive:

·        A $1,000 clothing allowance to help build your corporate wardrobe

·        Paid Christmas and New Year leave

·        An assigned buddy to provide support and mentorship

·        Practical experience through our Summer Clerk Academy

·        Invitations to social events throughout the summer

·        A comprehensive induction to help you hit the ground running

·        Wellness support and professional development

How to apply

Applying to us and joining our talent community is easy, head to our website and click on the 'Apply' button. Once you've registered, you'll be guided through each step of your application.

Applications will close on Tuesday 24 March at 12.00pm.

Your application

If you are shortlisted for an interview, you'll get to meet our recruitment team as well as partners and other people at the firm who will meet you and learn more about you. 

Our interview process consists of an online pre-interview briefing session, an interactive group session and an in-person interview.  You'll be guided along the way ensuring you know what to expect, how to prepare and most of all, enjoy the experience with us and have opportunity to ask your own questions.

We look forward to reviewing your application and getting to know you!