Appleby Welcomes 2026 Summer Intern Cohort

This year’s group includes:

Arianna Atkinson

Shreeya Bhuyan

Gabrielle Caum

Ikenna Eleweanya

Isabelle Forget

Rhiann Jackson

Matthew Lloyd-Hickey

Elias Drobac

Autumn Doyle

Brynne Lund

Victoria Bouck

Shaan Vats

Anthony Chin Jr

Olivia Sanderson

Jayden McLaughlin

Ava Degrand

Brandon Ruiz

Stella Seymour

Quinn Small

Erik Sorensen

Daniella Whiteman

Taygan McFarlane

Isiah Allen

The Appleby Summer Internship Programme is designed to provide students with meaningful exposure to life at a leading offshore law firm.  The intake includes students from Cayman high schools, the Cayman Finance programme, and Caymanian students studying at universities both at home and overseas. Interns gain practical experience, develop professional skills, and receive valuable insight into the delivery of high-quality legal services.

Running during university and high school vacation periods, the programme typically spans two to four weeks and offers participants the opportunity to work alongside lawyers and business services teams across the firm. Interns are involved in a range of activities, including legal research, drafting, document review, and due diligence, ensuring they contribute to real client matters while building their capabilities.

The programme forms an important part of Appleby’s broader talent strategy, providing an early entry point into the firm’s talent pipeline and helping to identify and nurture high-potential individuals. It also reflects the firm’s ongoing investment in the development of aspiring legal professionals and its commitment to local community engagement.

Selection for the programme is highly competitive, with applications significantly exceeding the number of available placements each year. Candidates are assessed based on academic performance, communication skills, initiative, and a genuine interest in law and professional services.

Interns are supported throughout their time at Appleby through close supervision, informal mentoring, and structured feedback, ensuring a rewarding and well-rounded experience. They are fully integrated into the firm’s culture, with opportunities to collaborate with colleagues, observe legal work in practice, and build their professional networks.

Simon Raftopoulos, Managing Partner, commented: “Our Summer Internship Programme remains a key part of Appleby’s commitment to developing future legal talent here in the Cayman Islands. Each year, we are encouraged by the calibre and enthusiasm of the students who join us, and this year’s cohort is no exception. It is a pleasure to welcome such a bright and motivated group, and to provide them with meaningful, hands-on experience and insight into offshore legal practice. We look forward to supporting them throughout their time with us and seeing where their careers take them.”