Job Description

Firm Summary

White & Case is an elite global law firm serving leading companies, financial institutions and governments worldwide. Our long history as an international firm means we are perfectly placed to help our clients resolve their most complex legal challenges wherever they may be.

With lawyers operating from more than 40 locations, working in virtually every country of the world, we have invested heavily in building a high-quality full-service practice competing at the top of the market. We are distinguished by our on-the-ground presence in the world’s key financial markets and our strengths in handling complex cross-border work.

It’s not just about our global network of offices; it’s the global interconnectedness of the Firm that our people, and our clients, value most. We work well together across geographic and practice boundaries. It’s one of the reasons we attract and retain cross-border work. And why we attract a diverse group of people.

Our lawyers are globally minded, enterprising, collaborative and committed to excellence. Our people represent 90 nationalities and speak 80 languages.

Position Summary

Our Brussels office offers law students the opportunity to gain valuable experience and training from an international law firm through our summer internship program. By working closely with senior associates, you will be involved in advising clients on a broad range of EU competition law matters, including antitrust and merger control investigations conducted by the European Commission, litigation before the EU Courts, and other EU regulatory issues such as State aid, trade, the Digital Markets Act, and the Digital Services Act.

Our summer trainee program runs for one month in July 2027.

If you are ambitious, hardworking, independent, creative, and detail-oriented, this is a unique opportunity to engage in interesting international transactions. By joining us, you will become part of a dynamic team that supports one another, while also enjoying the benefits of being part of a truly global firm.

Requirements

• Education: Master in EU law, international legal practice, and focus of interest on competition law.
• Experience: Previous work experience in a law firm is advantageous.
• Language Skills: Fluent in English; knowledge of an additional language is desirable.
• Personal Attributes: Outgoing and resilient, with strong communication and social skills. High level of commitment to the role.
• Analytical Skills: Excellent analytical abilities.
• Professionalism: Demonstrates diligence, attention to detail, eagerness to learn, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and work effectively as part of a team.

Location and Reporting

• This is a temporary role based in our Brussels office.
• Full-time student employee contract (Belgian employment legislation).

Equal Opportunities

White & Case is committed to creating a fair workplace. It is our Firm’s policy to recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law.

If you require assistance and/or adjustment to participate in our application and/or interview process, please email us. We will be happy to work with you.

The Firm may modify and amend any job description at any time in its sole discretion. Nothing herein creates a contract of employment or otherwise modifies the at-will nature of employment.

The above is only a general description of the essential duties associated with this position and does not represent an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all duties.

Note to Recruitment Agencies

Our internal Recruitment team manages all aspects of lateral hiring. All agencies must have signed terms of business—specific to the relevant office—before submitting any candidates. CVs or applications sent directly to White & Case partners or employees will also not be considered formal introductions. If you have questions, please contact the relevant Recruitment team. We work with our preferred suppliers when engaging agencies.