The role
A summer internship is the perfect way to learn about working at Clifford Chance and meet our people. This opportunity not only allows you to gain work experience in a first-class working environment but it is also often the first step in your career path as a lawyer.
Dates for the 2026 schemes are as follows:
Applications will close on 30 January 2026. We do not review applications on a rolling basis.
Who you will work with
During the four-week scheme you will follow the life of a lawyer at Clifford Chance closely you will sit in two different practice areas working with our lawyers on real live client projects. You will be treated as a part of our team and given opportunities to demonstrate your ability.
What we look for
You will need to exhibit ambition drive and commitment the ability to articulate ideas clearly and the desire to build relationships and deliver outstanding service. Were also looking for business awareness a keen commercial insight and a strong ability to lead and manage.
Our firm work and people span jurisdictions cultures and a world where commercial success increasingly relies on globalisation we offer clients a truly international perspective and we offer our people a rewarding and stimulating career.
Were proud of our approachable friendly and team-based way of working. Highly professional and self-assured with an entrepreneurial streak our people are more than happy to share their expertise and knowledge.
Successful candidates also demonstrate intellectual curiosity common sense strong interpersonal skills an interest in business and the capacity to assimilate detailed information quickly.
These are the qualities that will determine your future with us. Above all we are looking for people who do not settle for second best in what they want to achieve and where they choose to work.
When completing your application consider how you can best demonstrate these qualities and try to provide examples from your academic life work experience or other activities.
Qualifications :
Eligibility
To apply for a summer internship you must be eligible to be admitted to the Singapore Bar. Please refer to the Singapore Institute of Legal Education (SILE) for more information on the approved universities and the qualified person and admission requirements. You must also be able to start your Practice Training Contract with Cavenagh Law LLP in January 2029.
Additional Information :
Equal opportunities statement
At Clifford Chance we understand that our true asset is our people. Inclusion is good for our team and their families our firm and society.
We are committed to treating all employees and applicants fairly and equally regardless of their gender gender identity and expression marital or civil partnership status race colour national or ethnic origin social or economic background disability religious belief sexual orientation or age. This applies to recruitment and selection terms and conditions of employment including pay promotion training transfer and every other aspect of employment.
We have a variety of flourishing employee networks. These networks are a place for colleagues to share experiences and advocate for change wherever they see an opportunity for improvement.
Our goal is to deliver an equality of opportunity an equality of aspiration and an equality of experience to everyone who works in our firm.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Contract
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