Hogan Lovells Cadwalader
Spring Vacation Scheme
2027 cycle
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What you need to do
Apply online before the deadline. You may make only one application this cycle across Lift Off, the vacation schemes and the training contract.
You apply.
Where it takes place
The official page does not say.
Dates, as the organiser states them
On 27 Sep 2026 the official page showed applications open.
Applications open: 1 Sep 2026
“Applications open on 1 September 2026.”
Source (opens in a new tab), read 27 Sep 2026
Application deadline: 10 Dec 2026, 23:59 UK time
“Thursday, 10 December 2026 at 23:59 (UTC)”
Source (opens in a new tab), read 27 Sep 2026
Programme starts: 12 Apr 2027 to 23 Apr 2027
“Our spring vacation scheme runs from 12 to 23 April 2027.”
Source (opens in a new tab), read 27 Sep 2026
Who can apply
Penultimate-year and final-year students and graduates in any subject. The firm looks for at least AAB at A level or equivalent and a 2:1 at degree level, predicted or achieved.
- First-years: Only when the first year is the penultimate year of the course.
- University restrictions: not stated by the organiser
Source (opens in a new tab), read 27 Sep 2026
Limits on applying
- One application per recruitment cycle, to Lift Off, one vacation scheme or the training contract. The recruitment cycle this rule covers runs from 1 September 2026 to 31 August 2027. An application to Lift Off is also considered for this scheme.
Pay and length
- £500 a week
- Length: 2 weeks
Notes
A two-week spring scheme in which students join the firm's teams and work on client matters across its practice areas. Students who complete it get an automatic interview for a training contract. The firm recruits most of its trainees through its vacation schemes.
Sources and last check
Checked by software on 27 Sep 2026. Confirm on the official page before you rely on it.