Summer Internship Programme - 2027

Mason Hayes & Curran LLP; Dublin; On-site; EUR 41,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Law Society fees paid

Competitive internship salary

Development programme tailored for Tra

Job summary

Mason Hayes & Curran LLP invites applications for its Summer Internship Programme for 2027. The three-week, paid internship offers an inside view of a leading commercial law firm in Ireland, with trainees interacting with lawyers at all levels and gaining real-world experience from day one.

Applications are welcome from anyone who has completed two years of undergraduate or graduate study, including those who have FE1s, with future traineeships and a strong conversion rate to qualified

Qualifications

• Two years of undergraduate or graduate study completed in any discipline.
• Postgraduate students or those who have completed FE1s are welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

• Gain an insight into the daily life of trainees, associates and partners.
• Interact with lawyers and participate in firm activities.
• Contribute to high-profile cases under supervision.
• Receive exceptional on-the-job training and feedback.

Job description

Mason Hayes & Curran Summer Internship 2027

Applications open: Tuesday 8 September 2026

Applications close: Wednesday 21 October 2026 at 5:00PM

Why choose MHC for graduate opportunities?

We are focused on finding exceptional trainees who will ultimately become the future lawyers and leaders of our firm. We believe that the best way to learn is from real world experience. At MHC, you can start developing your career from day one. Our Summer Internship Programme provides you with the opportunity to experience our culture, interact with our lawyers and give you a taste of life as a trainee solicitor.

Who should apply?

We welcome applications for our Summer Internship Programme from anyone who has completed at least two years of an undergraduate or graduate degree in any discipline. Postgraduate students or those who have completed their studies are also welcome to apply, including those who have work experience and have already completed FE1s.

Your future with MHC

The three week paid internship is our sole means of recruiting future trainees, a method that we think benefits everyone, as the Summer Internship Programme gives you the opportunity to get to know us and us the opportunity to get to know you. We have an excellent conversion rate from internship to traineeship, and we are proud to say we typically retain over 90% of our trainees as qualified solicitors once they complete their training contracts.

When could I start a traineeship with MHC?

We currently have spaces available on our 2030 and 2031 trainee intakes, as well as future intakes thereafter. Our 2028 and 2029 trainee intakes are currently at capacity.

Benefits for you

• Gain an insight into the daily life of trainees, associates and partners;

• Experience the operations of a large commercial law firm;

• Interact with lawyers at all levels both professionally and socially;

• Contribute to high-profile cases;

• Receive exceptional on the job training;

• Learn valuable organisational and communications skills; and

• Take part in firm events, make connections and get to know your colleagues.

If you are offered a traineeship following your internship, we will pay your Law Society fees and a competitive salary while you are at Blackhall Place, as well as providing generous benefits and a development programme tailored specifically for our trainees.