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The start of your adventure.

Here your career isn’t a destination – it’s an exhilarating journey. Taking that first step into the unknown takes courage, curiosity and excitement.

At A&O, we know that, in order to excel, we must build an environment where our people are truly supported and feel they belong. If you join us through our Internship Programme, we will support you in learning as much as possible to develop the skills you need to excel. With us, you’re constantly learning and growing. 

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What we offer

Internship Program

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What: A three months long paid internship programme with the possibility to extend for another period

For who: For ambitious students with:

  • at least four completed semesters of law studies; and
  • excellent written and spoken English.

Internship Program periods:

  • September – December
  • February – April
  • June-August

The exact application window for each actual period will be indicated under the “Find a vacancy” link in due course.

Main features of our Program:

Working hours

20 hours per week. Your work schedule will be adjusted to your studies.

Integrated induction programme

Two-day programme during which you will learn about our policies, tools, systems and working standards.

Mentoring

Our lawyers are very helpful and they will support you during your time with us. They will help you adapt to our company and get to know our working environment.

Merit-related tasks

You are at the beginning of your legal career and it is very important for you to get to know the work standards of A&O lawyers. During the internship, you will have an opportunity to work in a dynamic work environment with different lawyers on various transactions and to be part of a leading international law firm.

Feedback

We know that feedback plays a very important role in your development. This is why we will organise a feedback meeting once a month during which we will discuss your signature strengths, but also your development needs. It is bilateral feedback, where you can also share your thoughts with us.

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Application process

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You will be required to submit your application by e-mail to allenoverybudapest@allenovery.com. Please attach your CV and, optionally, a cover letter in English.

Our recruitment process consists of:

  • an in-person translation or comprehension exercise; and
  • an interview with two of our lawyers where, in addition to general questions about yourself, you will be asked a series of questions based on scenarios you may encounter as an intern.

We will review your performance across both the exercise and the interview and aim to get back to you with a decision as quickly as possible. Regardless of the outcome, we are committed to providing constructive feedback on your interview performance.

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What: A three months long paid internship programme with the possibility to extend for another period

For who: For ambitious students with:

  • at least four completed semesters of law studies; and
  • excellent written and spoken English.

Internship Program periods:

  • September – December
  • February – April
  • June-August

The exact application window for each actual period will be indicated under the “Find a vacancy” link in due course.

Main features of our Program:

Working hours

20 hours per week. Your work schedule will be adjusted to your studies.

Integrated induction programme

Two-day programme during which you will learn about our policies, tools, systems and working standards.

Mentoring

Our lawyers are very helpful and they will support you during your time with us. They will help you adapt to our company and get to know our working environment.

Merit-related tasks

You are at the beginning of your legal career and it is very important for you to get to know the work standards of A&O lawyers. During the internship, you will have an opportunity to work in a dynamic work environment with different lawyers on various transactions and to be part of a leading international law firm.

Feedback

We know that feedback plays a very important role in your development. This is why we will organise a feedback meeting once a month during which we will discuss your signature strengths, but also your development needs. It is bilateral feedback, where you can also share your thoughts with us.

You will be required to submit your application by e-mail to allenoverybudapest@allenovery.com. Please attach your CV and, optionally, a cover letter in English.

Our recruitment process consists of:

  • an in-person translation or comprehension exercise; and
  • an interview with two of our lawyers where, in addition to general questions about yourself, you will be asked a series of questions based on scenarios you may encounter as an intern.

We will review your performance across both the exercise and the interview and aim to get back to you with a decision as quickly as possible. Regardless of the outcome, we are committed to providing constructive feedback on your interview performance.

Working environment

Allen & Overy’s Budapest office is located in the HillSide Office Building in a vibrant working environment and living area of Buda. The building was constructed in the spirit of green awareness, [a move towards] meeting our aim to decrease our carbon footprint.

Our new offices reflect our aspiration to create a new innovative space for our clients and staff.

Both the working areas and the client rooms are equipped with state of the art technology that provides immediate and smooth connection with people all around the world.

We strive to make our workplaces environmentally sustainable by using energy- and water-saving technology. 

There are many opportunities for recreation and sport in the immediate neighbourhood. We are located opposite to MOM Mall and right next to Fitness & More gym where our employees can enjoy individual or group training sessions and wellness facilities.

We look forward to welcoming you to our new home.

Learning & development 

We want to provide everyone, from graduates and junior lawyers, through to Senior Associate level practitioners and partners, with constant learning opportunities. Qualifying as a lawyer is an important milestone, but your growth and development at A&O will continue far beyond that. A career with us provides a platform to open doors and brings opportunities you wouldn’t find anywhere else.

The A&O Business School will provide you with the commercial and personal skills that you need to navigate through an ever-changing business landscape, while helping you build the skills you need for your career – whether that is at A&O or elsewhere.

The Business School offers a variety of excellent courses relevant to your career stage, with an emphasis on practical skills and business insight to complement advanced legal knowledge. The school also offers a unique opportunity to interact with, and learn from, partners and gain valuable insights from the world of business. From cutting-edge content to world-class coaches, our partners work on the design of the courses and act as faculty members to share their experience and expertise.

Throughout your journey with us, we'll equip you for today and tomorrow – providing you with opportunities to enhance your skills and build your confidence. At A&O, you'll get the challenge and support required for a successful career at the highest level.

Benefits

We’ll equip you for the future, both yours and ours, whatever it may bring. We believe that enjoyment and satisfaction at work go hand in hand. That’s why we’re proud to offer a competitive and innovative employment package that’s committed to the health, success and well-being of all of our people.

Our employees are entitled to full private medical services as well as life, travel and accident insurances. Our gym membership provides opportunities for personal and group training sessions, or a relaxing recharge in the wellness area.

Our locations

  • Europe
  • Africa
  • Asia Pacific
  • Middle East
  • North America
  • Latin America

In addition to countries where we have offices, we also have a number of International Desks advising clients on large scale international transactions in Europe.

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