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At Jones Day, an application for a Vacation Scheme is also an application for a Training Contract. Read on for more information about each programme.

Non-Rotational Training Contract

Our distinctive training contract structure is integral to our culture and success and the benefits are felt at every level. In the absence of a rigid seat-system, trainees have the flexibility to mould their career from the earliest opportunity and enjoy a high level of responsibility. Our trainees are quickly integrated into various teams across the Firm and gain unparalleled exposure to different areas of law. Trainees are never held back by set ‘trainee’ tasks or have to drop an interesting case or deal to move on to another department. This aids strong client bonds and opportunities to assist on all aspects of a transaction.

Vacation Schemes

A two-week vacation scheme is the ideal opportunity to discover whether our distinctive way of training suits you. During a scheme you will work on real, client matters, join group exercises and interactive workshops. The very nature of the scheme also helps to determine your suitability to our distinctive way of training, and each individual is encouraged to really consider whether it is right for them.

You can apply for a Vacation Scheme in 2024/2025 which is also an application for a Training Contract to commence in September 2027.

We recruit approximately 15 trainees per year, who are selected from the pool of Vacation Scheme candidates.

WINTER SCHEME (2 – 13 December 2024)

Due to the high volume of applications and rolling nature of our recruitment process, all interview slots for a place on our Winter Vacation Scheme have now been filled, and applications for the Winter Scheme are now closed. You can apply for our Spring or Summer Scheme, with interviews scheduled to take place in 2025.

SPRING SCHEME (17 – 28 March 2025)

Applications open: 1 September 2024

Application deadline: 31 December 2024

SUMMER SCHEME (30 June - 11 July 2025)

Applications open: 1 September 2024

Application deadline: 5 January 2025

How to apply

We strongly recommend attending one of our events to find out more before submitting any application. We also recommend applying early as we recruit on a rolling basis. Event details are available on our website.

Apply online from 1 September with a cover letter and CV at www.apply4law.com/Jonesday 

The stages of our recruitment process are outlined below:

• Application screened by the graduate recruitment team (we may also request an academic reference)
• Online interview with two senior lawyers
• In-person Assessment Centre at our London office
• Vacation Scheme (throughout which candidates will be assessed for Training Contract positions).

All schemes open to final year students, graduates and postgraduates of any degree discipline and penultimate year students of a qualifying law degree.

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