Career First Programme
At Matheson, we are committed to enhancing access into the legal profession for undergraduate students.
Our Career First Programme is our first fully social mobility-focused initiative exclusively open to first and second year undergraduate students on the Higher Education Access Route (HEAR) and on the Disability Access Route to Education (DARE) schemes. This dedicated six-month programme will support you to succeed in your academic studies through a customised skills development programme and an assigned mentor from Matheson.
We pride ourselves on being an inclusive community, and throughout the programme you will work closely with Matheson colleagues, and also develop strong relationships with your peers. Our programme will support, encourage and enable you to develop your potential and help to guide you through the application processes for our summer intern and trainee lawyer programmes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Career First Programme will give you an insight into the work we do at Matheson, and how a leading internationally-focused law firm operates, through a series of customised training sessions and first-hand experience, including:
- A two-part introductory session at Matheson in April;
- A one-week work experience placement in our offices in July; and
- A one-day skills-based workshop in October to fully understand the skills necessary for success.
From the moment you take your first step with us, we will support you to grow and develop the skills needed to excel in your career, give you the opportunity to learn as much as possible about our culture and who we are, and give you access to work directly with our experienced partner-led teams and engage with our market-leading clients.
Our Career First Programme will be open for applications from first and second year undergraduate Access students on HEAR or DARE schemes between January and March 2026.
Careers at Matheson
Considering starting your career at Matheson?
Our Recruitment Resource Hub is here to support you on your application journey.
