Summer Clerk Programme

Take your first step into a career that matters Join Parry Field Lawyers as a Summer Law Clerk At Parry Field Lawyers, we are committed to fostering the next generation of legal professionals. Each year, we welcome law students into our Summer Clerk Programme, designed to provide hands on experience and give you the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution within our team.

As a summer clerk with us, you won't just be observing. From day one, you'll gain real world experience, working alongside our solicitors, associates, and partners on client matters. You'll be involved in legal research, drafting documents, attending client meetings, and will support active matters.

We have opportunities available in the following teams for our 2026/2027 Summer Clerk Programme:

• Litigation
• Property and Commercial
• Migrant and Immigration (candidates fluent in Mandarin and English welcomed)
• Impact

Programme Details and Key Dates:

Applications open: Monday 2 March 2026
Applications close: Monday 30 March 2026

The Programme starts mid November 2026 and runs through until mid February 2027.

Based in our Christchurch CBD, Riccarton, or Hokitika offices.

What to expect

• Meaningful work: You'll be actively involved in client matters, gaining first hand insight into different areas of law.
• Support & mentorship: Our senior lawyers, associates and partners will guide you, ensuring you receive valuable learning opportunities.
• A commitment to: Work life balance, a competitive salary with paid holiday over the Christmas period. Inclusion into our firm's social and Christmas events.
• A collaborative team environment: Work in specialised teams that share their expertise, in order to deliver the best outcomes for our clients.
• Networking opportunities: Build relationships with experienced legal professionals and expand your professional network.
• Training and development opportunities: Join the team for training sessions, webinars and workshops. Have exposure that may interest you.
• A pathway into your legal career: Many of our summer clerks go on to secure full time roles with us after graduation.

Who should apply

• Excel in research, communication, and teamwork
• Show a strong desire to learn, grow, and contribute within a collaborative and fast paced legal environment
• Currently in your penultimate or final year of study

How to apply Step 1: Prepare Your Application:

To apply, you will need to submit the following documents:

• Cover Letter - Tell us why you are interested in our firm, what you can bring, and which team you are interested in joining - Litigation, Property and Commercial, Migrant and Immigration, or Impact.
• CV - Outline your education, work experience, extracurricular activities, and achievements.
• Academic Transcript - Provide an up to date Academic Transcript of your university results, including GPA.
• Applications open Monday 2 March 2026 and close Monday 30 March 2026.
• Send your application to with the subject line: "Summer Clerk Application - Your Name ".

Step 3: Interview Process:

• Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview, where we will discuss your experience, career aspirations, and how you can contribute to our team.

Step 4: Offer & Onboarding:

• Successful applicants will receive an offer to join our Summer Clerk Programme.