Covington and Burling Brand Ambassador

Company: Covington and Burling 
Location: Your university campus 
Salary: London Living Wage
Start date: September
Training date: August
Number of hours: 15 hours to be completed over the Autumn term
Degrees accepted: Law, Criminology, Psychology, History, Politics and English
Accepting applications from: University of Surrey, Lancaster University, University of Essex, University of Strathclyde and University of East Anglia 
Application deadline: Monday 21st July

Who is Covington and Burling

Covington & Burling LLP is a distinguished international law firm recognized for its ability to navigate the intersection of law, policy, and business. Since its founding in Washington, D.C. in 1919, Covington has made a name for itself as leading advisor to a diverse client base, including Fortune 500 companies, governments, and non-profit organizations. The firm's comprehensive range of services spans litigation, corporate law, and regulatory affairs, with particular strengths in industries such as life sciences, technology, media and telecommunications, and energy.

With offices strategically located in key cities around the world, Covington’s global presence allows it to address complex cross-border challenges and deliver innovative solutions to international legal and business issues. The firm is renowned for its commitment to pro bono work, prioritising social justice and community engagement as part of its foundational values.

Covington prides itself on fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment that encourages professional development and diversity. Whether advising on high-stakes transactions, litigating critical cases, or navigating regulatory landscapes, Covington’s team of expert lawyers is dedicated to providing exceptional client service and achieving impactful results.

What is the role?

• As a campus Brand Ambassador, you’ll be the face of Covington and Burling at your university.

• You’ll be responsible for using your university connections to promote the Covington and Burling brand and opportunities across all corners of campus.

• You will be involved in promoting their vacation scheme, mentoring programme, insight programme and more.

• Your role will include collaborating with law societies, careers and academic departments outreach, lecture shout outs, social media promotion and face-to- face event attendance.

• This is a highly creative role, so we are looking forward to hearing your promotional ideas for the campaign!

Why should you apply?

• This role offers a great opportunity to gain insights about the opportunities, application processes and work life at Covington and Burling.

• You’ll be part of a dynamic, world-leading and ambitious organisation, which places diversity and inclusion at the core of its values.

• You’ll have the chance to build up your campus connections whilst getting fantastic experience for your CV.

• An opportunity to network with students at universities across England.

• You’ll get the opportunity to network with individuals from Covington and Burling during the in-person training day.

• A fun and rewarding role where your creativity is valued.

Who is best suited for the role?

• You must be graduating in 2026 or 2027. 

• We are looking for individuals to have an existing knowledge of Covington and Burling and who are keen to learn more. 

• We're looking for mature, well-rounded and enthusiastic individuals with a strong attention to detail and fantastic interpersonal skills. 

• You must display confidence and have a strong social media presence. 

• You must display strong verbal communication skills to be able to create new networks, attend in-person events and approach peers on campus. 

• Ideally, you are part of a law society or similar on your campus. 

   

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