Early careers - Germany | A&O Shearman careers

At A&O Shearman, we lead the market by finding new ways to meet the challenges our clients face.

Whatever your area of expertise and wherever your ambitions lie, we provide you with the platform to develop your career and the challenges to help you realise your full potential. But we're offering more than just exciting work. We care about our people, which is why we foster a culture of inclusivity and belonging.

When you start your career with us, you'll be learning from the best in an environment that celebrates your individuality.

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Legal clerks (Referendariat)

Enjoy our top-notch training during your clerkship stages and become part of our team.

At A&O Shearman, you will participate in a first-class training program, gain global experience, work on innovative deals and learn from lawyers who are leaders in their fields. Here is an excerpt of what our program offers:

Refresher courses
Exam simulation workshops
Legal English
Social events
Buddy program

Experienced colleagues take over the buddy-role and support with all questions about internal processes and training opportunities. Networking with our trainees, associates and partners is promoted through joint lunches and get-togethers - of course, shared successes are also celebrated at A&O Shearman as part of our social events.

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Interns and students

As an intern or a student, you'll be exposed to various exciting fields of work and will be appreciated for your contribution.

Still studying and looking for an exciting internship to gain your first professional experience?

At A&O Shearman, you are integrated into the real day-to-day work of a corporate law firm. We pay attention to the balance between practical experience and an attractive training and support program. When it comes to our internship offerings, you can expect individual support and flexibility. We offer internships for 4-12 weeks at all locations in all legal areas all year round.

Intensive induction and support by a buddy
Shadowing in day-to-day business
Case studies
Lectures and workshops
Legal English and soft skills
Social events

We also offer opportunities to students, who are seeking a part-time job alongside their university obligations.

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Apprentices

If you are interested in legal, notarial and/or commercial topics, enjoy the idea of working in an office and would like to get straight into practice, an apprenticeship could be for you. If you would also like to further develop your English language skills, then you found the right place! Start your professional life together with us. Experience the day-to-day business of a leading international corporate law firm and learn everything about the activities of our professional secretariats and business teams.

Our goal is to take our trainees into permanent employment after their successful training. We work towards this together with our trainees.

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Learning and development

Our goal is to provide you with optimal professional and personal support on your individual career path. Your work with us is international and should meet our high-quality standards at all times. Therefore, it is most important to us to offer a training program tailored specifically to your needs and field of practice.

Benefits

We’ll equip you for the future, both yours and ours, whatever it may bring. We believe that enjoyment and satisfaction at work go hand in hand. That’s why we’re proud to offer a competitive and innovative employment package that’s committed to the health, success and well-being of all of our people.

Our offer ranges from insurance packages and company pension schemes to a wide range of sports, wellness and health options, employee discounts and family/caretaking support.

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Welcome to our law career guide

Whether you’re applying to A&O Shearman, or any other law firm, this hub will provide you with advice, tips and key information on application processes, interview preparation, and assessment days.

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Shaping success together

Germany is an important part of the firm’s global practice, delivering legal advice to leading domestic and international clients across sectors including financial services, energy and energy transition, infrastructure and transportation, technology, and life sciences. Our teams work on complex, cross-border matters with particular strength in finance, capital markets, mergers and acquisitions, as well as high-value disputes, regulatory issues, and financial sector investigations. By combining deep industry knowledge with strong collaboration across our international offices, Germany helps deliver integrated and sophisticated legal solutions across multiple jurisdictions.

Our legal teams partner with a wide range of clients, from multinational corporations to high-growth businesses, supporting strategic priorities that drive business performance and long-term success.

Those joining our business teams will contribute to both daily operations and ongoing transformation initiatives. Whatever your role, collaboration across teams remains central to delivering the firm’s strategy and shared goals.

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Our approach to your application

We believe that doing your best starts with feeling supported. From your first conversation with us, we aim to make the application process clear, respectful and transparent. Our candidate charter sets out what you can expect from us.

Talk to us: +49 (0) 69 2648 5588

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