Vacation Schemes

Our Winter and Summer vacation schemes are a great way for students to really learn about the firm, its people and decide if a career at Covington is for them.

Over our two-week Vacation Schemes, students have the opportunity to become integrated into the London office and gain an insight into the work of a Covington lawyer.

Students have the opportunity to participate in:

• a series of interactive presentations from practice groups and international offices;
• a group activity;
• networking sessions with trainees, associates, and partners;
• an independent research project focusing on a practice area of interest; and
• social events to help you get to know the firm.

Candidates are eligible from their final year of a non-law degree or penultimate year of a law degree. We also welcome applications from graduates and career changers.

Key Dates

• Winter Scheme - Applications open from: 28 August 2026 – 23 October 2026. The Winter Scheme will take place from 7 December 2026 – 18 December 2026.
• Summer Scheme – Applications open from: 28 August 2026 – 15 January 2027. The Summer Scheme will take place from 28 June 2027 – 9 July 2027.
  
  

Successful applicants will be invited to an assessment day, involving an interview with two senior lawyers and a group activity.

We recruit trainees exclusively through our vacation schemes. All vacation scheme attendees will be interviewed and assessed for a Training Contract/QWE.