| First Nations Legal Internship 2026 "First Nations voices need to be in rooms where decisions are made - our voices deserve to be platformed and prioritised" Trent Wallace, Head of First Nations Strategy , is a Wongaibon person, raised on Darkinjung country, now residing in Meanjin (Brisbane). Be in the room. The Ashurst First Nations Legal Internship is a two-week paid program that reflects Ashurst's commitment to building a legal profession where First Nations voices are heard, respected, and empowered. Designed to place First Nations law students at the heart of a leading international commercial law firm, this is not a passive observational experience - you will work alongside practising lawyers on real matters, build lasting professional relationships, and develop skills that carry forward into your legal career. Program Details - Duration: Monday, 20 July 2026 to Friday, 31 July 2026
- Locations: Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, and Sydney offices
What to Expect - Substantive Legal Work . You will be assigned to a practice group and contribute to real legal tasks and client matters, giving you direct insight into how commercial law operates in practice.
- Learning and Development. The program includes structured professional development sessions covering legal skills, commercial awareness, and navigating a career in law.
- Dedicated Mentorship. Each intern is paired with both a buddy and a supervising lawyer who will provide guidance, feedback, and support throughout the two weeks.
- Community. You will connect with First Nations colleagues, alumni, and firm leaders who are committed to building a profession that reflects the communities it serves.
Eligibility This internship is open to all First Nations students completing a law degree and are a measure reflecting Ashurst's commitments to First Nations students and are designed to meet the relevant exemptions under applicable state and Commonwealth anti-discrimination legislation. Application Information Applications are open now. To apply, visit ashurst.com/students and select First Nations Legal Internship. Please submit your application, CV, and academic transcript by 11:59pm AEST on Sunday, 24 May 2026. For questions, contact Nicole Slaney at nicole.slaney@ashurst.com . |
