Covington Application Process

Below is a handy timeline of Covington's applications, assessment centres, deadlines and more!

Applications

12th September 2024

All applications open.

18th October 2024

Mentoring Programme applications close

24th October 2024

Winter Vacation Scheme applications close.

28th October 2024

CovInsights (First Year Programme) applications close.

17th January 2025

Summer Vacation Scheme applications close

Assessment

November 2024

Winter Scheme Assessment Centre takes place.

February 2025

Summer Vacation Scheme Assessment Centre takes place.

London programmes

9th December - 20th December 2024

Winter Vacation Scheme takes place.

9th - 10th April 2025

CovInsights (First Year Programme) takes place.

23rd June - 4th July 2025

Summer Vacation Schemes take place.

Tailor your application

Do your research to gain an understanding of what trainee life at Covington would be like. Attend some of our events, and search the website to gain an understanding of what makes Covington unique and why this appeals to you. We want to hear about you, so make sure to tell us about both your legal and non-legal experience and how those transferable skills would make you a great trainee at the firm.

Show us you can write like a lawyer

Demonstrate strong written communication skills throughout your application form. As a lawyer you will need to communicate complex ideas clearly and succinctly, show us that you are already developing those skills throughout your application form.

Get the basics right

Do not copy and paste from one application to the next, and make sure that you proof read your application before submission. Small spelling and grammatical mistakes can let down an otherwise strong application.

Be a team player

Our trainee intakes are small so you will play a significant role in teams from early on and will be relied upon to deliver. Show us throughout the application process that you have the ability to work well in a team and can work towards a common goal.

Be yourself

We look for trainees who are well rounded, so don’t be afraid to let your personality and passions shine throughout the application process. Our trainees are all different, feel free to discuss your life experiences and interests to make yourself stand out.

Apply now!