Seasonal Clerkship Program (Jul 2024)

About Mills Oakley Australia

Mills Oakley is a rapidly growing law firm in Australia, offering diverse and high-quality work experiences. As a Top 10 firm, it combines a sizable structure with a flexible and supportive culture, providing opportunities for tailored professional development. 

Your role

Are you seeking an exciting opportunity to launch your legal career? Look no further than Mills Oakley, a dynamic firm ready to propel you towards success. 

A leading independent national firm, Mills Oakley is looking for law students who share their vision of being at the cutting edge of a rapidly changing profession. The program offers students a four-week placement during university holidays in winter involving two rotations through practice groups. You’ll work closely with experienced lawyers and learn more about your chosen areas of interest.

To know more about what it is like to be an Intern in Mills Oakley Australia, watch this video:

Training & development

To support your growth and development, they will assign you a buddy and mentor, and provide an induction program that includes IT training, practice area overviews, and professional skills seminars. They recognise that the early stages of your legal career are pivotal to your future success. Hence, their program is designed to offer you an inside look into the workings of a law firm and provide you with a firsthand experience of their open, supportive, and friendly culture.  

Benefits

Mills Oakley has consistently been one of Australia’s fastest-growing law firms over the past decade. A Top 10 firm by size, they are large enough to offer diverse, high-quality work but they have a nimble and flexible culture that allows them to tailor professional development to your strengths and passions.  

Career progression

Participating in this program also creates a pathway for you to join our Mills Oakley Graduate Program at the completion of your law degree. During your time in the program, you will collaborate with practitioners at all levels and actively participate in legal projects. Your contributions will be mutually beneficial, benefiting both you, their clients, and the Firm. You can expect a diverse range of learning opportunities, hands-on practical legal exposure, and mentorship from seasoned lawyers.

Culture & vibe

Mills Oakley is known for fostering a dynamic and flexible company culture. The firm values diversity, inclusivity, and individual strengths, providing a supportive and friendly environment. With a focus on professional development tailored to each person's passions, Mills Oakley encourages innovation and offers diverse, high-quality work. The culture also embraces flexibility, allowing lawyers to work from home up to two days a week, reflecting a modern and adaptable approach to the legal profession.

About you

The Adelaide Seasonal Clerkship program runs over 4 weeks in July 2024. Please ensure that you are available during this period, prior to submitting your application.

How to apply

Apply now and include your cover letter, CV, and academic transcript. Please address your applications to the HR team.

Source

The following sources were used in researching this page:

• millsoakley.com.au/graduates/#s3