Global Technology & Information Services Trainee

Latham & Watkins is a global law firm consistently ranked among the top firms in the world. The success of our firm is largely determined by our commitment to hire and develop the very best and brightest, creating a team that provides our clients with the highest quality of work and service. We are driven by our core values: respect, innovation, and collaboration.  

The Global Technology & Information Services Trainee is an integral part of Latham’s Global Technology & Information Services team. This role will participate in a rotational Global Technology Training Program, while providing support to Technology & Information Services departments, which may include: Enterprise Applications, Infrastructure & Operations, Application Development, Enterprise Security, Project Management Office, AI & Innovation, Information Governance, Technology Training, Practice Support Services, Litigation Services, Data Integration & Business Intelligence during a rotation schedule. This role will be located in our Global Services Office in Los Angeles. Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence.

The start date for this program will be in July 2026. Trainees must have completed a bachelor's degree by the start date of the program. Please note that this in an on-site position in our Global Services Office, with potential for hybrid flexibility depending on rotation assignment. The salary for this position is $70,000/year. Note that due to the investment the firm makes in the training, integration, and development of Trainees, we ask that Trainees make a two-year minimum commitment to the firm.

Other key responsibilities include:

• Participating in general technology skills training and department-specific training led by managers, supervisors, or team members
• Providing support relevant to the department and assisting with tasks supporting colleagues on the applicable team
• Completing projects and tasks as assigned in order to develop department-specific knowledge and skills
• Collaborating closely with internal and external clients while providing a high level of customer service
• Utilizing programs such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, OneNote, Asana, and ServiceNow to produce necessary department deliverables
• Protecting and maintaining any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retains 
  

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Exhibit well-developed and professional interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with people at all organizational levels of the firm
• Demonstrate the ability to take initiative and work both independently and in a team environment, with a customer service focus
• Possess strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey information in a professional and tactful manner

And have:

• A high school diploma or equivalent
• A bachelor of science (BSc) degree in a technology, mathematics, management, or engineering-related field is required by the start date of the program
• Prior work experience or internship, preferably
• Administrative experience and familiarity with professional services organizations, preferably

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:

• Healthcare, life and disability insurance
• A generous 401k plan
• At least 11 paid holidays per year, and a PTO program that accrues 23 days during the first year of employment and grows with tenure
• Well-being programs (e.g. mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency, medical resources, well-being events, and more)
• Professional development programs
• Employee discounts
• Affinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staff

Latham & Watkins is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status (including veterans of the Vietnam era), gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable statute.

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