Opportunities

Vacation Schemes

Experience what Weil has to offer throughout our award-winning two-week vacation scheme. You will work alongside associates, carrying out real trainee tasks and responsibilities while gaining a greater insight into one of the firm’s practice areas. Throughout the two-weeks, you will be mentored and supported by your supervisor, trainee buddy and the Early Careers team.

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This is the chance for you to experience what it is like to be in the spotlight at an elite global law firm.


Attend various talks, workshops and social events as you build your network and gain a depth of knowledge about Weil. You will be assessed for a training contract throughout your time on the vacation scheme. A number of assessed elements are scheduled over the two-weeks including: a group negotiation exercise, a group client pitch presentation, a pro bono research project and real trainee tasks allocated to you by your supervisor and during the second week of the scheme you will attend a partner interview.

We have up to 15 places on each of our two-week schemes, which run during the spring and summer holidays. Participants are paid £750 per week. We will also reach out to you ahead of the scheme and ask if you would like a salary advance, which means we will pay you half of your vacation scheme salary two weeks before you join, helping you to book accommodation, travel tickets or even buy some work clothes. Finally, there’s no limit on how many training contracts we offer per scheme, so you won’t be in competition with your peers.

Key Dates

Spring scheme dates

2 April – 12 April 2024

Summer scheme dates

17 - 28 June 2024

Applications open

18 September 2023

Application deadline

20 December 2023

Vacation schemes at a glance

Application process

Frequently asked questions

When do applications open for the vacation schemes? When is the application deadline? Are applications reviewed on a rolling basis?

Applications open on 18 September 2023 and the deadline is 20 December 2023. All applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Am I eligible to apply for a 2024 vacation scheme?

You can apply for a vacation scheme if you penultimate-year student, finalist or graduate from any degree discipline.

How many vacation schemes do you run? How many places are there on each scheme?

We run two vacation schemes during the spring and summer holidays and there are 15 places on each scheme.

Vacation scheme dates:
2 April – 12 April 2024
17 – 28 June 2024

How much will I be paid on the vacation scheme? Are travel expenses reimbursed?

We pay our vacation scheme participants £750 a week and travel expenses will be reimbursed. During the scheme, we will top your building access pass up with £50 to spend in Café 110; our office subsidised restaurant. Here you can purchase breakfast, lunch, coffees and snacks throughout the two weeks.

We will also reach out to you ahead of the scheme and ask if you would like a salary advance, which means we will pay you half of your vacation scheme salary two weeks before you join, helping you to book accommodation, travel tickets or even buy some work clothes.

If you require additional financial support in order to take part in a vacation scheme, we are here to support you. Please contact the Early Careers team at early.careers@weil.com or on 0207 903 1000 to discuss, in confidence, your individual circumstances.

Can I choose which department I will sit in during the vacation scheme?

We will ask you for your department preferences before you join and will do our best to accommodate these.

Do I need to submit a separate application for a training contract if I attend a vacation scheme at Weil?

All candidates who participate in a vacation scheme are automatically assessed for a training contract.

Do you accept CV applications?

No, we do not accept CV applications. If you are unable to complete the online application form, please contact the Early Careers team at early.careers@weil.com or on 0207 903 1000 to discuss, in confidence, your individual circumstances.

I’ve missed the deadline to apply for a vacation scheme – can I still apply?

Unfortunately, we are unable to accept applications received after the deadline.

What do I do if I am unsuccessful during the application process? Can I reapply next year?

If you are unsuccessful during the application process, we encourage you to wait a year before reapplying and spend some time improving your application.

Is it possible to receive feedback if my online application is unsuccessful?

We appreciate your eagerness to receive feedback, however, we receive a high number of applications each year. In fairness to all candidates, we are unable to provide individual feedback at the application stage.

Do you offer ad-hoc work experience outside of your formal vacation schemes?

Unfortunately, we are not able to hire candidates for informal work experience. Eligible candidates are encouraged to apply for a place on one of our vacation schemes or you can take part in our virtual experience programme.