A&L Goodbody |

A&L Goodbody is one of Ireland's leading corporate law firms. Comprising A&L Goodbody LLP and related partnerships, we have approximately 1,000 people. Headquartered in Dublin, we also have offices in Belfast, London, New York and San Francisco.

For over 100 years, our lawyers have advised major Irish and international organisations. We provide specialist corporate law services across the island of Ireland, supported by technology, knowledge systems, a dedicated knowledge centre and the ALG School of Business & Law.

What you can expect

Our programmes are designed for different stages of your studies. Depending on the programme, you may observe or contribute to legal work, learn from our lawyers, receive feedback and mentoring, and develop a clearer understanding of a career in corporate law.

You will experience how our teams work together and how legal knowledge is applied in practice. Each programme also gives you an opportunity to learn about our culture, our areas of work and the skills needed to develop as a lawyer and trusted business adviser.

Who it is for: First- and second-year undergraduate students who want to learn more about corporate law and life at ALG.

What you will experience: Spend a day with trainee solicitors and associates, learn about our work, practice areas and culture, and gather insights that can support a future application to our Summer Internship, Student Placement or Trainee Solicitor Programme.

Timing: We hold two one-day LawStart programmes each year, in January and May. Applications will open in November 2026 for the January 2027 programme.

How to apply: Explore the LawStart Programme.

Who it is for: Students who want practical experience in a corporate law firm and an opportunity to be considered for our Trainee Solicitor Programme.

What you will experience: Work with legal professionals in one of our main departments and learn how our teams support clients. Departments may include Commercial Property, Corporate and M&A, Corporate Taxation, Disputes & Investigations, Finance, Pensions and Pro Bono.

Timing: A four-week paid internship in June or July. Applications open in December 2026 for the 2027 Summer Internship Programme.

Where it may lead: The programme helps us identify candidates for our Trainee Solicitor Programme.

How to apply: View Summer Internship Programme details.

Who it is for: Students who are generally in the penultimate year of an undergraduate degree and whose university offers a placement route.

What you will experience: Join a legal team and apply knowledge gained during your degree in a working environment. You will be supported by a partner, associate and trainee solicitor buddy, with formal and informal feedback and mentoring throughout your placement.

How to apply: Contact your university placement officer. Learn about the Student Placement Programme.

Who it is for: Graduates, finale year and post graduate students ready to begin their route to qualification as a solicitor.

What you will experience: Develop the practical legal, commercial and professional skills needed to start your career. From the beginning of the programme, you will learn how to apply the law in practice and develop as a trusted business adviser.

Training and support: Your development continues throughout each career stage, supported by practical training and the wider learning resources available at ALG.

Application dates: Applications are open. The closing date is midnight on 16 October 2026.

How to apply: Learn about the Trainee Solicitor Programme.

Development at ALG combines learning through experience with formal training, mentoring and feedback. The ALG School of Business & Law, our knowledge centre and our technology and knowledge systems support your legal and commercial development.

Our programmes provide connected opportunities to learn about the firm. LawStart can prepare you for future applications, the Summer Internship Programme can lead to consideration for the Trainee Solicitor Programme, and the Student Placement Programme provides longer-term practical experience through participating universities.

Inclusion and accessibility

We want candidates to have clear information about our programmes and recruitment process. If you have a question about eligibility, accessibility or support during your application, contact our Graduate Talent team at graduatetalent@algoodbody.com.

Our wider approach is centred on delivering for clients, developing our people and acting as a responsible business for our community.

Application process and tips

• Review the eligibility, timing and application route for the programme that matches your stage of study.
• Research ALG, our practice areas and the programme before applying.
• Explain clearly why corporate law and ALG interest you.
• Use specific examples to show your skills, contribution and learning.
• Check your application carefully and submit it before the stated deadline.

For questions about our programmes or your application, email the Graduate Talent team at graduatetalent@algoodbody.com.