Institution evidence record Official sources
9 dated facts (signals) from 3 official source records, observed between 14 September 2026 and 16 September 2026. An evidence record lists what the register holds for one institution; it is not a dossier and it does not describe a complete selection process.
Markets recorded: United States / New York; London. Categories: Rolling review; Application materials; Academic degree requirement; University grade requirement; Application limits; Conversion route; Eligibility; Application timing and deadlines and others.
LimitThe signals below are what Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP published on the observation dates, coded one programme, market and date at a time. They do not establish hidden screening criteria, university weighting, acceptance odds or a universal process across offices.
United States / New York
Simpson Thacher's current Class of 2027 3L applications are considered on a rolling basis, including New York.
Evidence passage recorded against the sourceApplications will be considered on a rolling basis.
United States / New York · 3L Hiring Class of 2027 · Rolling review · Observed 14 September 2026 · Verified 14 Sep 2026 · Source SRC-136 (stblaw.com) · source record
Simpson Thacher's current Class of 2027 3L application requires a resume, law-school transcript, undergraduate transcript and cover letter.
Evidence passage recorded against the sourceResume; Law School Transcript; Undergraduate Transcript; Cover Letter
United States / New York · Class of 2027 3L hiring · Application materials · Observed 14 September 2026 · Verified 14 Sep 2026 · Source SRC-136 (stblaw.com) · source record
London
Simpson Thacher's current official UK early careers FAQs state applications are welcomed from all disciplines.
Evidence passage recorded against the sourceNo. We welcome applications from people who have studied all disciplines.
London · Private Equity Training Contract / Vacation Scheme · Academic degree requirement · Observed 16 September 2026 · Verified 16 Sep 2026 · Source SRC-331 (ukearlycareers.stblaw.com) · source record
Simpson Thacher's current official UK early careers FAQs state that the firm asks all candidates to achieve a 2.1 in their undergraduate degree.
Evidence passage recorded against the sourceWe ask all candidates to achieve a 2.1 in their undergraduate degrees and a minimum of AAB at A-Level (or equivalent).
London · Private Equity Training Contract / Vacation Scheme · University grade requirement · Observed 16 September 2026 · Verified 16 Sep 2026 · Source SRC-331 (ukearlycareers.stblaw.com) · source record
Simpson Thacher's current official UK early careers FAQs state unsuccessful applicants may reapply in the next cycle.
Evidence passage recorded against the sourceYes, we welcome you to apply again but you will need to wait for the next application cycle.
London · Private Equity Training Contract · Application limits · Observed 16 September 2026 · Verified 16 Sep 2026 · Source SRC-331 (ukearlycareers.stblaw.com) · source record
Simpson Thacher's current official UK application process page states vacation scheme participants are assessed for a training contract during the scheme.
Evidence passage recorded against the sourceIf you are successful at the interview stage, we will offer you a place on one of our vacation schemes. During the scheme, we will assess you for a training contract.
London · Vacation Scheme · Conversion route · Observed 16 September 2026 · Verified 16 Sep 2026 · Source SRC-332 (ukearlycareers.stblaw.com) · source record
Simpson Thacher's current official UK early careers FAQs state that the only requirement is that candidates are in London for the vacation scheme and have the right to work.
Evidence passage recorded against the sourceYes, absolutely. The only requirement is that you will need to be in London for the vacation scheme and have the right to work.
London · Vacation Scheme · Eligibility · Observed 16 September 2026 · Verified 16 Sep 2026 · Source SRC-331 (ukearlycareers.stblaw.com) · source record
Simpson Thacher's current official UK early careers FAQs state that applications are reviewed after the deadline.
Evidence passage recorded against the sourceNo, we review applications after the deadline.
London · Private Equity Training Contract / Vacation Scheme · Application timing and deadlines · Observed 16 September 2026 · Verified 16 Sep 2026 · Source SRC-331 (ukearlycareers.stblaw.com) · source record
Simpson Thacher's current official UK early careers FAQs state universities are not part of entry requirements.
Evidence passage recorded against the sourceYes. Universities will not feature as part of our entry requirements.
London · Private Equity Training Contract / Vacation Scheme · University access · Observed 16 September 2026 · Verified 16 Sep 2026 · Source SRC-331 (ukearlycareers.stblaw.com) · source record
Cite this object
Who Gets In? (Elite Careers Strategy), Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP selection evidence record, revised 27 September 2026, https://whogetsin.com/institutions/simpson-thacher-and-bartlett-llp
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Simpson Thacher's current Class of 2027 3L applications are considered on a rolling basis, including New York.
Evidence passage recorded against the sourceApplications will be considered on a rolling basis.
United States / New York · 3L Hiring Class of 2027 · Rolling review · Observed 14 September 2026 · Verified 14 Sep 2026 · Source SRC-136 (stblaw.com) · source record
Simpson Thacher's current Class of 2027 3L application requires a resume, law-school transcript, undergraduate transcript and cover letter.
Evidence passage recorded against the sourceResume; Law School Transcript; Undergraduate Transcript; Cover Letter
United States / New York · Class of 2027 3L hiring · Application materials · Observed 14 September 2026 · Verified 14 Sep 2026 · Source SRC-136 (stblaw.com) · source record
Simpson Thacher's current official UK early careers FAQs state applications are welcomed from all disciplines.
Evidence passage recorded against the sourceNo. We welcome applications from people who have studied all disciplines.
London · Private Equity Training Contract / Vacation Scheme · Academic degree requirement · Observed 16 September 2026 · Verified 16 Sep 2026 · Source SRC-331 (ukearlycareers.stblaw.com) · source record
Simpson Thacher's current official UK early careers FAQs state that the firm asks all candidates to achieve a 2.1 in their undergraduate degree.
Evidence passage recorded against the sourceWe ask all candidates to achieve a 2.1 in their undergraduate degrees and a minimum of AAB at A-Level (or equivalent).
London · Private Equity Training Contract / Vacation Scheme · University grade requirement · Observed 16 September 2026 · Verified 16 Sep 2026 · Source SRC-331 (ukearlycareers.stblaw.com) · source record
Simpson Thacher's current official UK early careers FAQs state unsuccessful applicants may reapply in the next cycle.
Evidence passage recorded against the sourceYes, we welcome you to apply again but you will need to wait for the next application cycle.
London · Private Equity Training Contract · Application limits · Observed 16 September 2026 · Verified 16 Sep 2026 · Source SRC-331 (ukearlycareers.stblaw.com) · source record
Simpson Thacher's current official UK application process page states vacation scheme participants are assessed for a training contract during the scheme.
Evidence passage recorded against the sourceIf you are successful at the interview stage, we will offer you a place on one of our vacation schemes. During the scheme, we will assess you for a training contract.
London · Vacation Scheme · Conversion route · Observed 16 September 2026 · Verified 16 Sep 2026 · Source SRC-332 (ukearlycareers.stblaw.com) · source record
Simpson Thacher's current official UK early careers FAQs state that the only requirement is that candidates are in London for the vacation scheme and have the right to work.
Evidence passage recorded against the sourceYes, absolutely. The only requirement is that you will need to be in London for the vacation scheme and have the right to work.
London · Vacation Scheme · Eligibility · Observed 16 September 2026 · Verified 16 Sep 2026 · Source SRC-331 (ukearlycareers.stblaw.com) · source record
Simpson Thacher's current official UK early careers FAQs state that applications are reviewed after the deadline.
Evidence passage recorded against the sourceNo, we review applications after the deadline.
London · Private Equity Training Contract / Vacation Scheme · Application timing and deadlines · Observed 16 September 2026 · Verified 16 Sep 2026 · Source SRC-331 (ukearlycareers.stblaw.com) · source record
Simpson Thacher's current official UK early careers FAQs state universities are not part of entry requirements.
Evidence passage recorded against the sourceYes. Universities will not feature as part of our entry requirements.
London · Private Equity Training Contract / Vacation Scheme · University access · Observed 16 September 2026 · Verified 16 Sep 2026 · Source SRC-331 (ukearlycareers.stblaw.com) · source record
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