CU Up Close Pre-Penultimate program

The CU Up Close Program is an opportunity for law students in their pre-penultimate year of study to get an exclusive look into life at Clayton Utz, one of Australia's leading law firms.

Program details

If you're in your pre-penultimate year of study, and want a behind the scenes look into life at one of Australia's leading law firms, this is the program for you.

Our in-person program will support you in building practical skills and knowledge while you learn from senior leaders and recent graduates, and discover the many ways you can build your future legal career with Clayton Utz.

Is this program for me?

Yes, if you are: 

  • enrolled in a Bachelor of Laws or a Juris Doctor at an Australian university.
  • in your pre-penultimate year of study (i.e., 1st, 2nd, 3rd year of study in undergraduate or 1st year of Juris Doctor).
  • have a passion for law, genuine curiosity, and an open mind.
 

How to apply

To apply, you will fill out a short application form and highlight your work experience and education. Applications are currently closed and will re-open in April 2025.

We want every candidate to have equal access and opportunities, so please contact us if you need any support or reasonable adjustments to complete your application.

Find out more

 
The program broadened my understanding of commercial practice, especially in a top-tier firm, and was overall an invaluable experience. I particularly enjoyed gaining insight into various practice groups, networking with recent graduates, improving my legal research skills, and having questions answered by partners.

- Arash Asgari

Key Dates

Session 1, 2, 3

Coming soon May 2025, applications will open in April 2025.

Session 1, 2, 3

Coming soon May 2025, applications will open in April 2025.

Session 1, 2, 3

Coming soon May 2025, applications will open in April 2025.

Session 1, 2, 3

Coming soon May 2025, applications will open in April 2025.

Other Programs

First Nations traineeship
Legal Graduate program
Clerkship program
Forensic Technology Services Paralegal