Articling program

Completing an Articling Program at AVENS Montreal is

UNDERTAKE WITH

BOLDNESS

Be ready to jump into action immediately.

THINK

DIFFERENTLY

Venture outside of your comfort zone. Make the impossible possible.

CULTIVATE

RIGOR

Master the rules. Achieve high standards.

DEMONSTRATE YOUR

AUTONOMY

At AVENS, we trust you.

DEVELOP A

PASSION

Specify your interests in a rotating internship.

WORK AS A

TEAM

Work closely with our professionals.

Program

Take your first steps toward a successful career by working closely with our department heads and becoming an integral part of our team from Day 1.

Develop your versatility through our rotating internship program, which will allow you to discover commercial litigation and corporate law. Take the opportunity to participate in weekly departmental meetings and receive ongoing feedback. Evolve quickly by handling your own files and having direct contact with clients.

At AVENS, we are looking for interns who are not afraid to go for it (or who hide it well)!

RECRUITMENT

Although we are not a signatory to the Recruitment Agreement for the Course aux stages, we comply with its timetable for the submission of applications and interviews.

Are you interested in this challenge? We invite you to submit your application by sending us your cover letter, resume and transcripts through the viRecruit portal.

Dates à retenir

Submission of applications
Between January 31, 2025 (9am) and February 3, 2025 (5pm)

Interviews
March 17, 2024 to March 20, 2025

Second interviews
March 21, 2024

Internship offers
To be confirmed

We will be present at the Interfaculty Career Day to discuss with you!

Testimonials

Clodie Corriveau-Granger

Attorney, Barreau du Québec (2020)

Intern in 2020

Doing an internship at AVENS means jumping into the challenges and joining a close-knit and dynamic team. From my first days as an intern, I was given a wide range of formative assignments. I had the feeling of being really involved in the files, as I was quickly given major responsibilities. I learned exponentially! The opportunity to complete a rotating internship, in both the corporate and litigation departments, proved to be a golden opportunity to discover myself and step out of my comfort zone.

I particularly appreciated the corporate culture at AVENS, where the human dimension and team spirit are just as important as rigor and surpassing oneself. As a young professional, I greatly value the relationships I was able to develop with experienced mentors. I couldn’t have hoped for a better environment to lay the foundation for my career in law.

Rami Halawi

Attorney, Barreau du Québec (2023)

Intern in 2023

From the very first days, I was directly involved in communicating with clients and managing my own files. I took part in major acquisition projects, where I have been involved in all the corporate stages, from drafting the letter of intent to participating in the final closing of the transaction. As an articling student, it’s a rare experience, and there is no doubt that the trust placed in the next generation at AVENS is exceptional!

The firm’s human dynamic, characterized by a constant support and openness to learning, has enabled me to develop both professionally and personally. The kindness of the team has encouraged me to take on challenges and broaden my horizons. It’s a unique learning opportunity that I would recommend to anyone who is looking for passion and is not afraid to take the plunge!

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the recruitment process?

The process consists of two meetings with our Recruitment Committee. Students who are selected will first be invited to an initial 45-minute interview, during which they will be encouraged to discuss not only their interests and background, but especially their passions and hobbies. Following the first interviews, the selected candidates will be invited to participate in a group case study activity, followed by a cocktail with our professionals.

How is the articling program structured?

Articling is the perfect opportunity to explore different fields of expertise: its allows students to understand the reality of different practices and discover their areas of interest. In this sense, AVENS offers a six-month rotation program. Our lawyers directly grant mandates to the articling students, who are then free to manage their workload.

What types of assignments does an articling student get?

At AVENS, articling students are quickly thrown into the thick of things and given important responsibilities. The nature of their mandates is varied: research and analysis, drafting of procedures, participation in negotiation sessions, due diligence, preparation for the conduct and closing of commercial transactions, representation before the courts, preparation for and participation in examinations, participation in meetings with clients, etc. Upon arrival, our articling students are expected to work closely with our professionals and to play a proactive role in the files.

What kind of mentoring do you offer?

Each articling student is paired with one of our associates, who acts as a mentor. Our goal is to provide our students with the guidance and opportunities they need to grow, both professionally and personally. Feedback is an important part of our philosophy, and our "open door" policy allows our students to benefit from considerable support from the professionals with whom they will be working.

Does our organization offer summer jobs?

Yes, summer positions are generally available for our future articling students. This is an excellent way for them to integrate and become familiar with the firm's culture.

Do articling students receive a job at the end of their program?

At AVENS, we strongly believe that our interns are our future. Therefore, we recruit more than just interns: we are looking for partners and colleagues. The transfer of know-how is therefore a priority for our team, and we are proud to have an excellent retention rate after the articling program.

If you need more information about applying to AVENS, contact: ccstages@avenslegal.ca