Legal Internships in Malawi 2026 — Pupillage & Trainee Positions

Legal Internships in Malawi 2026

For law students and recent graduates in Malawi, finding the right internship or pupillage is the critical first step in your legal career. This guide covers everything you need to know about legal internships in Blantyre, Lilongwe and across Malawi.

What Is Pupillage in Malawi?

Unlike some Commonwealth countries where pupillage is a formal requirement for bar admission, Malawi's pathway runs through the Malawi Institute of Legal Education (MILE) rather than traditional pupillage. However, many leading firms offer structured internships and pupillage-style training programmes that provide invaluable practical experience alongside or after MILE training.

Which Firms Offer Internships?

• Savjani & Co (Blantyre) — 12-month structured pupillage program with rotation through Corporate, Banking and Litigation. Paid: MK 80,000–120,000/month.
• Ritz Attorneys (Blantyre) — 6-month internships in Dispute Resolution. Paid: MK 60,000–90,000/month.
• Zolomphi & Co (Lilongwe) — 6-month internships in Corporate and Energy. Paid: MK 50,000–80,000/month.
• DNC Chambers (Blantyre) — Accepts interns on a rolling basis for conveyancing and litigation experience.

Banks and Government Internships

• National Bank of Malawi — 3-month legal internships at Blantyre head office. Paid: MK 50,000–70,000/month.
• FDH Bank — 6-month compliance internships focused on digital banking. Paid: MK 60,000–80,000/month.
• Malawi Revenue Authority — 3-month research internships in Tax Policy (unpaid, transport allowance provided).

Paid vs Unpaid

Most top-tier law firms in Malawi now offer paid internships, typically MK 50,000–120,000 per month depending on the firm and duration. Government internships are more likely to be unpaid or offer only allowances. Always clarify payment terms before accepting.

How to Apply

1. Browse current internship openings on LegalAlphabet Malawi Internships
2. Set up a free job alert to get notified of new positions
3. Apply directly to firms via their career pages
4. Network through the Malawi Law Society events

Also read: Legal Jobs in Malawi — Complete Guide | How to Become a Lawyer in Malawi