Human Capital & Legal Talent Intern (Alternance) H/F

About Latham & Watkins

Latham & Watkins is one of the world’s leading global law firms advising the businesses and institutions that drive the global economy. We are the market leaders in major financial and business centers around the world. Our investment in people, commitment to innovation, and focus on the future empower you to build an incredible career and thrive as an exceptional professional in a supportive culture. If you aspire to be the best, and work with the best, this is where you belong.

About the Role

The Human Capital & Legal Talent Intern (Alternance) H/F is an integral part of Latham's Human Capital and Legal Talent / Associate Recruiting teams. This role offers a unique and comprehensive overview of all HR aspects of a global law firm: the Human Capital team manages all matters relating to staff (business services professionals), while the Legal Talent / Associate Recruiting team handles the recruitment, development, and career progression of lawyers and trainee lawyers (stagiaires) throughout their professional life at the firm. This role will be located in our Paris office, and will begin in September 2026. The position requires a minimum of three days per week in-office. 

Responsibilities & Qualifications

Other key responsibilities include:

• Supporting the Human Capital team with various HR projects and initiatives relating to business services professionals, including research on best practices, reports, and coordination of meetings and presentations
• Assisting the Legal Talent team with the coordination and execution of development efforts and events for lawyers, including internal presentations, trainings, and lawyer outings
• Supporting the Associate Recruiting team with all phases of entry-level hiring, managing applicant materials, correspondence, and coordinating interview schedules and recruiting events
• Organising lawyer events, providing comprehensive support including registration, speaker coordination, course materials, and logistics 
• Generating specialised reports and materials in support of both HR and recruiting projects
• Handling administrative tasks such as documenting meetings, managing expenses, and maintaining team resources

We'd love to hear from you if you:

• Demonstrate well-developed, professional interpersonal skills, and the ability to interact effectively with people at all organizational levels of the firm
• Possess strong verbal and written communication skills in both French and English
• Exhibit organisational skills needed to manage time well, prioritize effectively, and handle multiple deadlines 
• Have a proactive attitude and a strong interest in human resources within a law firm environment

And have:

• Current enrollment as a student in a Master 1 or Master 2 program, preferably in human resources, employment law, or a related field
• Availability for an alternance contract (minimum 3 days per week in-office) starting September 2026

Benefits & Additional Information

Successful candidates will not only be provided with an outstanding career opportunity and welcoming environment, but will also be provided with a generous total compensation package with bonuses awarded in recognition of both individual and firm performance. Eligible employees can participate in Latham’s comprehensive benefit program which includes:

 

• Lunch vouchers
• Health insurance as well as group income protection and life assurance
• A profit sharing plan
• A pension plan
• Wellness programs
• Employee discounts
• And more!

 

Additionally, we have a range of programming including Global Affinity Groups, which are open to all. These groups provide a firmwide platform to share experiences and advice as well as an opportunity to participate in a supportive network with common interests to help make life at the firm even better.

Latham & Watkins is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable statute. #Internship #LI-EH1