Covington Application Process

Below is a handy timeline of Covington's applications, assessment centres, deadlines and more!

7th September 2023

Applications open.

20th October 2023

Winter Vacation Scheme and Mentionring Programme applications close.

November 2023

Winter Scheme Assessment Centre takes place.

11 December - 15 December 2023

Winter Vacation Scheme takes place.

12th January 2023

Summer Vacation Scheme applications close.

January/February 2024

Summer Vacation Scheme Assessment Centre takes place.

3rd - 4th April 2024

CovInsights (First Year Programme) takes place.

17th June - 28th June 2023 and 1st July - 12th July 2024

Summer Vacation Schemes take place.

Tailor your application

Do your research to gain an understanding of what trainee life at Covington would be like. Attend some of our events, and search the website to gain an understanding of what makes Covington unique and why this appeals to you. We want to hear about you, so make sure to tell us about both your legal and non-legal experience and how those transferable skills would make you a great trainee at the firm.

Show us you can write like a lawyer

Demonstrate strong written communication skills throughout your application form. As a lawyer you will need to communicate complex ideas clearly and succinctly, show us that you are already developing those skills throughout your application form.

Get the basics right

Do not copy and paste from one application to the next, and make sure that you proof read your application before submission. Small spelling and grammatical mistakes can let down an otherwise strong application.

Be a team player

Our trainee intakes are small so you will play a significant role in teams from early on and will be relied upon to deliver. Show us throughout the application process that you have the ability to work well in a team and can work towards a common goal.

Be yourself

We look for trainees who are well rounded, so don’t be afraid to let your personality and passions shine throughout the application process. Our trainees are all different, feel free to discuss your life experiences and interests to make yourself stand out.

Apply now!