2026 Summer Internship Programme - Belfast

Our Summer Internship Programme gives you the opportunity to learn from our legal professionals and it gives us the opportunity to identify candidates for our Trainee Solicitor Programme.

It is a one-week unpaid internship that takes place in June and August. All of our summer interns work within one of our main departments: Commercial Property, Corporate & M&A, Litigation & Dispute Resolution, or Finance.

As a summer intern, you will be assigned to a legal team with a buddy, dedicated to ensuring you have a real and positive experience. You will develop your personal and professional skills with comprehensive on the job training.

You will learn the work of a trainee solicitor getting involved in various tasks and activities and meeting a wide range of individuals throughout the firm willing to answer any questions you may have and share their experiences of a career in corporate law. At the end of your internship you will have the opportunity to interview for a traineeship with the firm.

What to expect?

• Introduction  
• Learn about A&L Goodbody, the work we do and our culture
• All interns can expect to gain a better understanding of the role of the trainee
• Engage in real work and receive practical work experience
• On the job training and skills sessions
• Individual and group assignments
• Social activities to get to know each other and other ALG representatives

What we look for?

Our Summer Internship Programme is open to law students who have completed at least two years of their degree by the commencement of the programme in June 2026. We are looking for candidates who have the drive to succeed as top class lawyers and become future leaders of our firm.

We look for evidence of the following attributes:

• Intellectual Ability, Judgement & Commercial Awareness
• Ability to Build Relationships
• Commitment to Career Choice
• Motivation and Initiative
• Effective Communication
• Resilience

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

While AI can be a helpful tool, we value authenticity in our hiring process. We do not accept its use as part of our application process as it makes it harder to get a true sense of who you are and what you bring to the role - applications found to rely on AI generated content may be disqualified. We appreciate your understanding.

Reasonable Accommodation

If you have a disability or impairment which may prevent you from completing our online application form, please email [email protected] so that we can ensure to accommodate your needs in the most appropriate way possible.