Internship

About us

With more than 400 lawyers across our offices in Berlin, Düsseldorf, Frankfurt, Hamburg, Munich, Stuttgart, Brussels and London, Gleiss Lutz advises clients on all aspects of business law. Our full service approach delivers top-tier advice across the spectrum. We are renowned for our in-depth and pragmatic approach to solving the most complex legal challenges – and for our uncompromising commitment to quality.

Gleiss Lutz’s internship programme  

We are seeking interns (m/f/d) for all practice areas at our German offices.

Experience law-firm life up close and get a sense of what legal practice looks like. Our five-week internship programme offers authentic insight into the work of a leading business law firm, personal support and stimulating challenges.

When: Twice a year, in spring and summer. Next date: 15 February - 21 March 2027

Where: All our German offices and in all practice areas, subject to demand 

Your role

You will be involved in casework from the outset, working side by side with our lawyers as a member of the team. Continuous, direct feedback will help you strengthen and expand your legal skills in a practical, real-world setting.

Your profile

  • At least a “fully satisfactory” result in your intermediate examination (alternatively: a very good academic record)
  • Very good command of English
  • Interest in business-related issues and challenging assignments 
  • Enthusiasm for applying innovative technologies in the legal profession

What we offer

  • Hands-on experience: Close involvement in legal work from day one and personal support from experienced lawyers 
  • Training and professional development: Lectures by experts from our practice areas on current business law issues, weekly English courses and valuable insights into practical legal training, LL.M and doctoral studies
  • Cross-site case study: Preparation of a practical case study as part of a cross-site team of interns with individual feedback from our lawyers
  • Networking: Numerous opportunities to get to know the firm and your fellow interns at cross-site welcome, after-work and farewell events

An internship that delivers real benefits – a meaningful first step into legal practice. Apply now and join a team that embodies excellence and supports your professional growth.

Contact

Mara Junge
Recruiting
 
Görtz-Palais, Neuer Wall 86, 20354 Hamburg
Phone: +49 40 460017-228
E-mail: mara.junge@gleisslutz.com