Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer opportunities
We are Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer, a leading, full-service international law firm. Join us and you’ll be involved in high-profile cases, high-impact deals and prestigious client relationships – making a difference and tackling the big issues. You'll get involved in new situations and experiences and discover new skills to learn and apply.
We recognise that exceptional lawyers come from all backgrounds. We're committed to recruiting a diverse group of trainees and building on our inclusive culture; our application and qualification processes are designed with this in mind.
We offer a 2 year trainee associate programme through hiring from our vacation schemes as well as open days, workshops and virtual internship to enable you to gain an insight into life as a commercial lawyer.
Full details of these opportunities can be found on the Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer website [external link]
Details about upcoming events for students to follow.
On the vacation schemes, you won’t be watching from the side lines. You’ll hit the ground running, taking on real work for real clients. You’ll work directly with colleagues who are experts in their fields, and happy to share what they know. You’ll get to choose your two seats so your experience is tailored to you.
Spring Vacation Scheme 2026
Open to final and penultimate year students and graduates.
Scheme dates: 13 - 24 April 2026
Application deadline: 1 December 2025
Summer Vacation Scheme
Open to final and penultimate year students and graduates.
Scheme dates: 8 June – 26 June 2026 and 6 July – 24 July 2026
Application deadline: 1 December 2025
Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer recruit all trainees directly from their vacation scheme.