We have a common start date towards the end of August for all of our graduates.

Yes. Our Graduate Programme operates internationally. You will have the opportunity to apply for both types of secondment during your Graduate Programme.

Typically, each international secondment at the graduate level lasts for six months.

All vacancies for our 2022, 2023 and 2024 training contracts have been filled and as a result, we will not be opening for Graduate Programme (Training Contract) applications this year.

All fees related to completing your professional studies are compensated by DLA Piper.

We provide our incoming trainees with a maintenance grant whilst completing their professional studies.

To apply, you must submit an application through our graduate website. When applying, you will be required to upload a copy of your CV. You are not required to submit a cover letter and these are not reviewed. We are unable to accept applications by email.

We are unable to accept applications after the programme deadlines.

No, you can only apply to one position in one office.

Yes. Please note your mitigating circumstances on your application and these will be taken into consideration (you may be asked to produce documentary evidence).

Please complete the 'Other Education' section on the application form for all examinations completed outside of China. There is no need to attempt to convert your grades.

You will need to provide evidence of your academic achievements (e.g. exam certificates/transcripts) if you are offered a position at DLA Piper.

Yes, you can. Our testing partner has a practice website where you can complete questions similar to what you'll see in the real test. We recommend that you practice before taking the real test. That way, you'll know what to expect and nothing about the format or process will come as a surprise. The practice test site is here.

Your application will be considered if there are mitigating circumstances or if you have significant experience from a previous career. If the former applies, please note the mitigating circumstances on your application. You may be asked to produce documentary evidence.

• Summer Internship: When applying for the Summer Internship, you must hold the appropriate visa (for example, Student Visa (if out of term time)) that will allow you to work full time and complete a 4 week placement during July 2022. DLA Piper will not support visa applications for the Summer Internship.

• International Graduate Programme: DLA Piper will support the application for a visa / work permit as required for the country in which the candidate has secured their offer. The visa application is subject to the immigration process in each country, and securing the work permit/ visa is not guaranteed. Any offer we extend is conditional upon the visa application being approved. If a visa is not secured, the offer of employment will be withdrawn.

Yes.

Please find attached a copy of our brochure here for you to download.

Most of our events will now be taking place in-person, as normal. Where this is not possible, you will be notified that it will be taking place virtually.

If you had any questions regarding this, please email: graduaterecruitment@dlapiper.com