Student Trainee Law firm
Make real progress in the legal profession
Want to put your academic knowledge to work? Or are you curious about a new area of law? At Wintertaling, you'll be fully involved in casework from day one, with guidance from our lawyers and the opportunity to attend hearings.
About Wintertaling
We are a medium-sized law firm with over 15 years of experience. Our team of 24 colleagues comprises a close-knit mix of attorneys, paralegals, and support staff. We advise and litigate in:
• Corporate M&A;
• Construction & Real Estate Law;
• Disputes & Insolvency Law.
What sets us apart? Our open and informal culture and the fact that all permanent employees are co-owners. Lawyers or not, everyone is a shareholder and shares in the profits. We combine hard work with relaxation. For example, we have a foosball table and regularly organize drinks. We have lunch together every day.
Your internship
• Assist in drafting and assessing agreements, advice and procedural documents;
• Conduct legal research and clearly summarize your findings;
• Gain legal experience by attending hearings and seeing how things work in court;
• Gain a broad perspective on the office environment. Do you have a preference for a specific legal area? Then we'll explore the options together.;
• Participate in office drinks and outings.
This is you
• You are in the final phase of your bachelor's degree or your master's degree in Dutch law (WO);
• You are available 5 days a week for 2 months (40 hours per week);
• You communicate excellently in Dutch and English, both orally and in writing.
This is what you get from us
• An educational internship at a pleasant office in the Zuidas with real responsibility;
• Intensive guidance by our lawyers and many feedback opportunities;
• An internship allowance of €535 per month;
• An informal atmosphere with nice colleagues, good coffee, fresh fruit and a communal lunch every day.
Apply or have questions?
Send your application letter, CV and transcript to vacature@wintertaling.com
You can also call: 020-229 9209.
Experiences of former interns
Interview with Bernice (student intern November-December 2025)
‘'I am Bernice de Gouw, 24 years old, and I am pursuing a Master's in Law specializing in Conflict Resolution, the Judiciary, and Mediation at the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam.' Why did you choose an internship at Wintertaling? 'First of all, because of the good
Interview with Frederique (student intern January-February 2026)
‘My name is Frederique and I'm studying Law at Leiden University. I just completed my bachelor's degree, which was part of a double degree with Leiden University College, where I studied International and European Law. Why did you choose
Interview with Mar (student intern September-December 2025)
‘'My name is Mar, I'm from Barcelona and I'm currently doing an internship at Wintertaling as part of my Master's degree in Law.' Why did you choose to intern at Wintertaling? 'I was selected for the Erasmus+ ICAB grant, which offers internships
Interview with Tim (student intern September-November 2025)
‘"My name is Tim Peeters, I'm 25 years old. I completed my Master's degree in Private Law at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam just before my internship at Wintertaling." Why an internship at Wintertaling? "The year before my internship, I was a board member of the student association
Interview with Jan (student intern, August 2025)
‘My name is Jan Leemans. I love rugby and try to visit a new country every year. I completed my Bachelor's degree in Law in Society at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam and last year I completed the civil impact program.
Interview with Joël (student intern July-August 2025)
‘My name is Joël Daniël, I'm 22 years old, I'm studying law at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam and will complete my bachelor's degree in January. I'm particularly interested in corporate law, technology law, and information law. Why an internship at Wintertaling? I
