Canberra Summer Clerkship Program (Nov 2026)

Robogals; Canberra; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal firm in Canberra is offering a Clerkship Program for penultimate-year law students, designed to introduce participants to the fast-paced environment of commercial law. The program includes two practice group rotations, hands-on experience with complex transactions, and opportunities for community engagement through pro bono work. Candidates should be ready to enhance their legal skills and work under the guidance of experienced professionals.

Qualifications

• Must be a penultimate-year law student.
• Willingness to engage in practical legal experience.
• Ability to work under mentorship.

Responsibilities

• Explore new areas of commercial law through 2 practice group rotations.
• Work on challenging and high-profile transactions.
• Participate in pro bono work and community engagement.
• Expand knowledge of commercial law through development sessions.
• Give back through Pro bono work and Community Connect program.
• Participate in social and sporting activities.

Education

Law degree (penultimate year)

Job description

Sometimes it's hard enough to know where you will be tomorrow, let alone in ten years. Who knows what the world will look like then.

But you know you want to be ready for it. You want to help create it. That means building up your legal skills, industry knowledge and networks. Doing work that stretches you and shapes society. Learning more about yourself and the world. Forging connections in Australia and overseas. Making friends. We get that. It's what we do every day. Let us help you do it too.

Our Clerkship Program is the step before our Graduate Program and gives you a feel for what it’s like to a Graduate and why Clayton Utz is a great place to start your career.

As a law student in your penultimate year, you will be exposed to the fast pace of a full-service commercial law firm. See the law in action in a firm where individuality is embraced, and innovation actively encouraged.

In the Clerkship Program, you will...

• explore new areas of commercial law through 2 practice group rotations;
• work on challenging, complex and high-profile transactions and matters;
• be supported in each rotation by a Partner, Special Counsel / Senior Associate and Lawyer;
• expand your knowledge of commercial law and build practical skills through development sessions;
• give back through Pro bono work and our Community Connect program; and
• participate in social and sporting activities.

How do I apply?

Click on the ‘apply’ button and follow the step outlined in the application form. You will need to upload your resume and academic transcript, no cover letter is required. Please ensure all questions are answered with the appropriate details in order for your application to be considered.

We want every candidate to have equal access and opportunities, so please contact us if you need any support or reasonable adjustments to complete your application.