About Allens Allens is a leading international law firm with a proud 200-year heritage of shaping the future for our clients, our people and the communities in which we work. From playing a pioneering role in the development of legislation and regulatory frameworks in the Asian region, to acting on numerous 'firsts' across a range of industry and community issues, it is in our DNA to make a difference and help shape what our world looks like. Our alliance with Linklaters connects our clients and teams with an international network of legal leaders that spans 40 offices in 25 countries, and opportunities for our people to build international careers. Our clerkship program has recently been named Australia’s 2 internship (large program) by the Australian Association of Graduate Employers AAGE. We have also been recognised as a top law graduate employer by the AAGE and a top law employer by Prosple and GradConnection and the Australian Financial Review. We aspire to be the strategic legal adviser clients want to have by their side and people want to work for. Our people go further to support our clients, using sharp commercial insight and creativity to enrich long‑standing relationships and build new ones. And we go further for each other and for our community, working to make ourselves and each other the best we can be. We’re people you want to work with – generous with our time and ready to help. No matter what the future holds, we’re in it together. Our graduate program As a Graduate at Allens, you’ll complete two 12‑month rotations in different practice areas. We don’t work in silos, so you won’t be limited to working with only one partner or by your practice areas. There’s no substitute for the depth of insight that comes from working with different teams. You’ll be involved in some of the market's most complex domestic and global transactions. And, you’ll have the opportunity to apply for a client secondment, or international secondment to London or Asia via our Linklaters alliance. During our graduate program, you’ll learn from some of the sharpest legal minds in Australia. We believe that we stand out as an employer because of our high-quality technical training and excellent learning environment. We’ll work with you to develop your understanding of commercial law and build your skills, providing the foundation you need to become a successful lawyer. You’ll engage with our Allens Academy, which means you'll benefit from a range of personalised tools and training to unlock your potential including: Supporting you to meet your admission requirements by enrolling you and supporting you to complete the Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice program, with admission typically taking place mid-year; A personalised one-week induction program; On-the-job training, supervision, coaching and mentoring. You’ll be in control of your own learning and you’ll have the flexibility to drive your career with support from your Performance Coach (Partner). You will also have the benefit of a buddy (a junior lawyer) who will answer your day-to-day questions and help you settle in; Practical legal seminars through our Cornerstone program; and Access to a range of workshops and online modules, which will support you in developing important business and professional skills. You'll have the opportunity to make a difference by working on pro bono matters and other community initiatives which focus on alleviating disadvantage, advancing reconciliation, improving access to justice and promoting sustainability. We offer a benefits package that reflects your dedication, provides support and allows for development inside and outside the firm. Our rewards and benefits package is paired with a supportive and inclusive culture to ensure that you have every opportunity to succeed. Click here to learn more . Eligibility At Allens, our culture is made up of unique backgrounds and varying life experiences. We celebrate our people's differences across gender and gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, cultural backgrounds, First Nations communities, and family and caring arrangements. To be eligible for a graduate position, you must have completed a clerkship with Allens and be in your final year of university. Expressions of interests will close at 9:00am (AEST) on Monday, 14 July 2025. If you have any questions or require adjustments to fully participate in our application process, please contact student.careers@allens.com.au
