Step into the deal: diligence, checklist mastery, and negotiation the Goodwin Way.
- Complete work that simulates life on the job. 2-3 hours and self-paced.
- Stand out in your application to Goodwin. Show us you're a motivated candidate.
About the Virtual Work Experience Programme
We are a firm of insiders relentlessly focused on understanding the pulse within six industries: healthcare, investment funds, life sciences, private equity, real estate, and technology. This means that we deliver unprecedented client value through a unique combination of industry knowledge, legal excellence, and business advisory expertise – all powered by our high-performance culture.
With a strong focus on private equity, M&A, technology, and life sciences, Goodwin partners with clients on some of the most complex and dynamic transactions in the market. Our lawyers are known not only for technical excellence but also for commercial judgment and responsiveness.
During this program, you will get the opportunity to step into the shoes of a Junior Associate and complete tasks that replicate the work our Private Equity M&A team does every day. You’ll learn key skills in:
- Conducting and summarizing contract diligence
- Building and managing a closing checklist
- Supporting negotiations and framing commercial trade-offs
- Communicating clearly and professionally with clients
We hope this program provides a great resource for you to upskill as you explore your options, including a potential career at Goodwin.
