As part of Cooley’s ongoing commitment to inclusion, we are proud to offer UK Diversity Fellowship to outstanding university students intending to study for qualification as a solicitor in England and Wales. Students who demonstrate a commitment to promoting inclusion are encouraged to apply.

The Cooley UK Diversity Fellowship is a unique opportunity to gain valuable insights about a career in law with Cooley, with the opportunity to participate in Cooley’s summer programme a year sooner than students are typically eligible to participate. Our summer programme is an essential part of our trainee solicitor recruitment process, as participants are traditionally considered for a training contract at the conclusion of the programme. As Cooley Fellows will be participating in the summer programme a year early, at the conclusion of the programme they will be considered for participation in the programme again the following year. The two-year approach will provide the opportunity for Fellows to learn about our work environment, develop relevant skills and gain invaluable contacts and experience that will enable them to perform to their best when they attend the summer programme in their second year.

Apply below.

Application deadline:
Friday, 17 April 2026 at 14:00 (UTC)
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