Early Careers
If you believe in being curious, love solving problems and know in your gut that sometimes it's more art than science then you should start your career with us.
Our internship programmes are much more than just work experience. They are an opportunity to discover your potential and kick-start your career in law, taking you straight to the heart of our global firm. Develop your knowledge of our firm through introductions to different areas of law and business services. Immerse yourself in a department and have an unfiltered look at the way people work in an international law firm and the impact of client relationships, globally.
Our culture is about making it possible; for our people, our clients and our communities. We believe in giving our people a voice. We lead the way with new solutions and services. We support our clients whether they're facing disruption or creating it. We leverage our expertise and influence to make a difference. And we work together as one firm internationally.
What we can bring to your career…
Brand
You’ll be part of a specialist international firm with global ambitions, which opens up exceptional opportunities for the kind of work you enjoy and thrive on, with people and teams around the world.
Culture
You’ll be working with people and teams who are passionate about their area of focus and expertise, in an environment known for its collaboration, respect and support.
Development
You’ll be able to thrive at Bird & Bird. From the support and resources available to you, to the trust we put in you from your very earliest days, to the guidance of highly experienced, expert colleagues. We’re with you every step of the way.
Benefits
Our mission is to help everyone be at their best when they are working with us. We place a focus on supporting your wellbeing, respecting your life outside of work, and providing the flexibility that is so important to our people.
We know an inclusive culture, alongside a diverse workforce, makes us more innovative and agile.
The ability to connect the dots and leap to inspired solutions can't be underestimated. We believe it’s this pioneering approach that unlocks a world of opportunity. It's what our clients value and it helps us to be the firm we want to be.
To get there, we’re committed to treating everyone with kindness and respect; to creating an environment where everyone feels empowered and supported to succeed, knowing they can make a meaningful contribution to our firm, whoever they are.
So, we work tirelessly to build a culture that makes it possible – possible for our people, our clients and our communities. We stay curious and work in truly international teams. And, by enabling our people to get the best out of themselves, we give our clients access to a whole world of expertise.
The shift to a more sustainable way of doing business needs people who embrace change and spark innovation. We’re up for the challenge, are you?
Sustainability is a core strategic initiative for us – it’s vital to our people, our clients and our planet. We embrace the step change needed to transform our business; not just minimising our environmental impact but, as a global citizen, making a positive contribution towards a more sustainable future.
We believe that technology can be a force for good. Our work with some of the world’s most cutting-edge companies gives us firsthand insight into the innovative approaches that create a new blueprint for sustainable living, so where possible we apply this to our own firm too.
We routinely manage our buildings responsibly, consider the impact of business travel, reduce waste and consumption, and recycle wherever we can. More importantly, we commit to business decisions that support our sustainability pledges alongside our long-term economic growth strategies.
The ability to help isn't always enough. In today's world, more often than not, what's needed is time. We believe pro bono is time well spent.
For us pro bono isn’t an add on. We are passionate about making a positive difference to people’s lives, and giving back to the communities we work within.
We give pro bono our time, consideration, and full expertise. Because our culture is focused on making it possible. Possible for our people, our clients, and our communities. And we believe we can open up possibilities for individuals and organisations in need, by contributing the time, legal expertise, skills, and resources needed to progress their cause.
It’s all the more satisfying when we can work together, with our clients and other key stakeholders to foster and develop collaborative opportunities that have a greater positive social impact as a result.
We believe in taking an active role in supporting our communities to make a difference.
We’re an outward-looking firm. We're interested in the world, current issues, and emerging trends; and we work with great clients doing great things. Things that have a real impact on the way the world does business, and how we all live. So, it's not surprising that we also want to have a positive influence by supporting our local communities.
Our people regularly dedicate time through volunteering and fundraising, collaborating with “Fundación Pro-Bono” and with the program “Conoce tus Leyes” to contribute our legal expertise to progress their cause.
Working at Bird & Bird
Bird & Bird allows me to work and learn from top-notch professionals in a truly international environment. Everybody is in the same circle. I appreciate on a daily basis how well you are coached and how they make you work on your craft. It's incredible when you start working with other law firms in a transaction. Your hard work starts paying off and all of a sudden you are a second-to-none professional.
Antonio Ballesteros Counsel
Bird & Bird is a cutting-edge legal services firm that enables lawyers to participate in the most relevant matters in the industry from day one. I would highlight the closeness and availability of the professionals and the work environment of the firm itself, which allows exceptional professional development for young and more experienced lawyers.
María Girón Associate
