Opportunity type: Internship, Clerkship or PlacementSalary: AUD 70,000 - 80,000 / YearAdditional benefits: + International (APAC) travel opportunityNumber of vacancies: 8-12 vacanciesApplication open date: Apply by 14 Jul 2025A vacation clerkship is a perfect way to learn about working at Clifford Chance and meet our people.We recruit students that we believe have the potential and ambition to join us once their degrees are completed. Our 2024/25 Program 1 Summer Clerks will automatically be considered for our 2026 Graduate Program (commencing March 2026).During the 10-week program, you will be given the opportunity to:be assigned a mentor (experienced lawyer)interact with team members across our global network sit with the team and work on real, live client projectsbe treated as part of our team and given opportunities to demonstrate your abilitiesvisit our APAC office to meet our colleagues (subject to business needs)gain real insight into life as a lawyer at an elite global law firmparticipate in two rotations across different practice areas during the Clerkship Programwork alongside partners and fee earners on real-time mattersattend world-class trainingTo be successful, in addition to a strong academic record, you will need to demonstrate the following qualities:A strong sense of business awareness and commercial insightStrong ability to lead and managePotential to become a first-class lawyerWillingness to take advantage of the many opportunities that you encounterAmbition, drive and commitment to succeedAbility to articulate your ideas clearlyDesire to build relationships and deliver outstanding serviceAt 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.Our goal is to deliver equality of opportunity, an equality of aspiration, and an equality of experience to everyone who works in our firm. Find out more here: Inclusion and Diversity.Pre-register now!Work rightsThe opportunity is available to applicants in any of the following categories:Work light flag Australia: Australian Citizen, Australian Permanent Resident, Australian Work Visa (All Other)Qualifications & other requirementsYou should have or be completing the following to apply for this opportunity:Degree or CertificateBachelor or higherStudy field: anyHiring criteriaExperience requirement: No experience required #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Sydney Summer Clerkship (Nov 2025)