A paid six-month internship, with rotation through each of the firm’s practices, which will provide a comprehensive understanding of work in the legal profession and which will help uncover each intern’s individual talents
A flexible schedule and an opportunity to combine office and remote working
An opportunity to become part of a unique team of seasoned professionals, to use your knowledge in practice, and among other things to get access to the experience of lawyers who advise Russian businesses on major Russian and international disputes
Participation in the firm’s key projects under the immediate supervision of RGP lawyers
Mentorship from senior colleagues
An opportunity to gain valuable experience from working together with the top foreign law firms that RGP partners with
A unique programme of original seminars, workshops and training courses
An opportunity to strengthen and develop practical knowledge regarding key concepts of foreign legal systems and improve English language skills
Immersion in the firm’s corporate culture
The possibility of further permanent employment
What we expect from applicants:
Master’s student in a law school at a leading university
Outstanding academic achievements
English language skills: Upper Intermediate or above
Hard-working
Ambitious
Committed
Strong interpersonal skills
Ability to handle stress
Willingness to work in a team
Ability to multitask successfully
Excellent sense of humour
Versatile academic interests, including in international and Russian court disputes, investment and commercial arbitration, and prior participation in Moot Court Competitions would be an asset.
The internship will start on 1 April 2021 and end on 30 September 2021. To apply, candidates are required to send a CV and a cover letter (each in Russian and in English) to career@rgp.legal before 12 March 2021.