Emirati Internship Programme

Our Emirati internship programme at Freshfields will provide access to experienced lawyers and a wide-range of cross-border work, including some of the most complex, challenging, and interesting projects and risk management issues/disputes in the market. This programme offers opportunities to gain practical knowledge of a law firm and gain experience working with business services departments and legal professionals. Your role as a junior member of the team will be to assist with all aspects of the department's caseload.

The opportunities are to work across our market leading dispute resolution and global transactions or business services departments in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, and with colleagues from international backgrounds. Some of the tasks work experience students will be involved in are (but not limited to) legal research, translations, preparation for business development, job shadowing, and career conversations with established legal professionals.

What We're Looking For

• High performing individuals who have a desire to succeed in an international environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate (write and speak) in English confidently
• Excellent attention to detail, organisation, and time management
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office (training will be provided)

Application process :

Please complete all the questions on the application form and upload a copy of your CV.

A part of your application you are required to indicate which month(s) you are available to complete the internship, your preferred month(s) will be accommodated where possible.