First Nations Legal Internship — Mentorship & Growth

Chambers Russell Pty; Sydney; On-site; AUD 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Allens invites applications for its First Nations Legal Internship Program. The 2027 program runs Feb 1–Feb 19 across Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth, offering hands-on experience in a commercial legal environment.

Participants will receive a personalised induction, work with a practice group on real matters, and have a dedicated support network including a partner and junior lawyer. Community and pro bono work, plus mentoring opportunities, are also provided.

Qualifications

• Identify as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.
• Be currently enrolled in a university law degree.
• Be keen to learn, develop new skills and gain practical workplace experience.
• Enjoy building relationships, expanding your professional network and learning from others through mentoring opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Personalised induction program introducing you to our people and the work we do.
• Join a practice group to work alongside lawyers on real matters and develop your legal skills.
• Dedicated support network with a partner and junior lawyer as performance coach and buddy.
• Opportunity to get involved in community and pro bono work and learn about committees and interest groups.
• Hear information on career pathways including clerkship recruitment and graduate life at Allens.
• Build your network and forge mentor relationships with our people.

Job description

Allens invites applications for its First Nations Legal Internship Program. The 2027 program runs Feb 1–Feb 19 across Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth, offering hands-on experience in a commercial legal environment.

Participants will receive a personalised induction, work with a practice group on real matters, and have a dedicated support network including a partner and junior lawyer. Community and pro bono work, plus mentoring opportunities, are also provided.