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Dusseldorf Summer Internship

Clyde & Co's Dusseldorf office invites ambitious law students to join our practice for Summer 2026. This is not just an internship, it's your gateway to becoming an exceptional litigator or arbitrator, working alongside leading practitioners on complex, high-stakes matters that shape the legal landscape.

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Overview

We view our internship programme as a strategic investment in emerging legal talent. Spanning four weeks during Summer 2026, this programme demands commitment, and rewards it accordingly. Working 5 days per week, you'll be fully integrated into our team, handling substantive legal work that contributes directly to client projects.

For those who demonstrate exceptional attitude, commitment, and teamwork, we offer pathways to continued employment with terms that accommodate your academic responsibilities.

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More Information

As a member of our team, you will:

  • Conduct comprehensive legal research and analysis across case law, secondary sources, and specialised legal materials for active client disputes.
  • Collaborate with our attorneys in drafting and preparing court submissions.
  • Maintain professional communication with courts, regulatory authorities, administrative bodies, and notaries on ongoing matters.
  • Gain insight into litigation and arbitration strategy through direct involvement in case preparation.

Successful candidates must:

  • You are welcome to join us from the third semester onwards.
  • Have successfully completed coursework in civil law, civil procedure, and commercial companies law.
  • Possess analytical capabilities and problem-solving skills.
  • Communicate effectively, with superior writing ability.
  • Show attention to detail and organisational efficiency.
  • Be intellectually curious and able to adapt to new challenges.

  • Competitive compensation and potential for long-term professional growth
  • Direct collaboration with experienced practitioners on national and international cases
  • Personalised development opportunities
  • Workshops:
    • Litigation & Arbritration
    • Legal Language / Drafting
    • D&O / Manager Liability
    • Data Protection
  • Dedicated mentorship and a supportive "buddy" system to help you navigate firm culture
  • Integration into our collegial team in our state-of-the-art Dusseldorf office
  • Social events like
    • Welcome Reception
    • Sport Event
    • Clyde meets Dusseldorf

When: 4 Weeks, Variable by agreement (Start date: August 10, 2026).

Venue: Clyde & Co, Dreischeibenhaus 1, 40211 Düsseldorf

Upon completion of your internship, you will receive a certificate.

We are currently taking applications, please apply at the top of this page.

We will stop taking applications on 10 July 2026.

Arthur S

Arthur

Student Assistant - Former Summer Intern

“During my Summer Internship at Clyde & Co, I gained valuable insight into insurance litigation practice. I was given early responsibility to support our partners and associates on ongoing client projects through conducting comprehensive legal research and assisting the drafting of court submissions. The practical experience at Clyde & Co sparked my interest in pursuing a career as an attorney and sharpened my interest in manager liability matters. The internship laid also the foundation for my continued role as a Student Assistant.”

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Meet Us

If you're ambitious, adventurous and committed to embarking on a career in law, we'd love to meet you.

We run a few events throughout the year that you may be able to attend or we encourage you to reach out directly if you have any questions.

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