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Make the most of your talent as an integral part of our global community. Our teams work together across different roles and countries, sharing their knowledge, ideas and experience to deliver legal advice and client services that are second to none. We encourage creativity and diversity of thought, in a learning culture where you can flourish. From training contracts for aspiring lawyers to Global Virtual Internships and the Clifford Chance Academy, we provide a wide range of learning and development opportunities for everyone in every role. So, bring a collaborative approach and an open mind and we’ll empower you to explore every opportunity – to make the progress you want.
Globally we offer a range of early careers opportunities from apprenticeships, summer programmes internships, clerkships, training contracts and much more!
Global Virtual Internships
Our award-winning virtual work experience opportunities have been designed to support your ambitions and give you access to a broad range of in-depth materials to help you decide if a career in law is for you. They will give you the exposure you need to understand what being a lawyer is like and allow you to experience, first-hand, the responsibilities that come with the role. Our aim is to provide you with exceptional learning resources and opportunities, designed by our experts, to support your learning and development as you grow into the next generation of world-class lawyers and, so far, we have had 140,000 sign-ups! Start your journey with us now and get ready to learn from the best.
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Location
Paris
Department
Lawyer in Training
Brand
Clifford Chance
Contract Type
Work experience
Location
Paris
Description
Nous sommes ravis de pouvoir accueillir de nouveau des étudiants de droit dans nos locaux à Paris pour l'édition 2025 des "Rendez-Vous Clifford Chance".L'événement aura lieu le 16 octobre 2025.Nous vo
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Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Lisa SmithAuthor
Lisa SmithSalary
Location
Milan
Department
Lawyer in Training
Brand
Clifford Chance
Contract Type
Permanent
Location
Milan
Description
The Corporate practice is composed by a team of nearly 35 professionals who advise clients on public and private M&A, disposals, demergers, joint ventures, restructurings, corporate governance and reg
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Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Lisa SmithAuthor
Lisa SmithSalary
Location
Milan
Department
Work Experience
Brand
Clifford Chance
Contract Type
Fixed Term
Location
Milan
Description
The RoleThe Italy KETL team manages the processes of identification, capture, use and sharing of legal knowledge and expertise within the Firm.The team mainly manages and covers:Training (periodic sem
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Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Lisa SmithAuthor
Lisa SmithSalary
Location
Luxembourg
Department
Work Experience
Brand
Clifford Chance
Contract Type
Fixed Term
Location
Luxembourg
Description
By joining us as a legal intern, you will experience an enriching internship in one of our practice areas, where you will work alongside experienced lawyers and have a 'buddy' who will be there to su
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Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Lisa SmithAuthor
Lisa SmithSalary
Location
London
Department
Work Experience
Brand
Clifford Chance
Contract Type
Work experience
Location
London
Description
Deadline for Applications: 29th October 2025Job OverviewJoin us at our Canary Wharf office in London for an engaging Insight Day showcasing our opportunities in London. Experience the world of law thr
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Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Lisa SmithAuthor
Lisa SmithSalary
Location
London
Department
Work Experience
Brand
Clifford Chance
Contract Type
Work experience
Location
United Arab Emirates
Description
Deadline For Applications: 26th October 2025Job OverviewJoin us at our Canary Wharf office in London for an inspiring day focused on launching your legal career in the Middle East.You’ll connect over
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Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Lisa SmithAuthor
Lisa SmithSalary
Location
London
Department
Lawyer in Training
Brand
Clifford Chance
Contract Type
Fixed Term
Location
London
Description
Deadline for Applications: 19th November 2025 Job OverviewDuring the two-year Training Contract, you will experience the challenging high-performance world of commercial law and gain the breadth of
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Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Lisa SmithAuthor
Lisa SmithSalary
Location
London
Department
Work Experience
Brand
Clifford Chance
Contract Type
Fixed Term
Location
London
Description
Deadline for Applications: 23rd February 2026Job OverviewClifford Chance is proud to be a founding member of PRIME. Through PRIME, we are committed to ensuring that anyone who wants to enter the world
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Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Lisa SmithAuthor
Lisa SmithSalary
Location
Dubai
Department
Work Experience
Brand
Clifford Chance
Contract Type
Fixed Term
Location
Dubai
Description
Deadline for Applications: 14th January 2026Job OverviewThis role is for the Middle East Training Contract and/or Middle East Vacation Scheme. You will be considered for both opportunities unless you
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Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Lisa SmithAuthor
Lisa SmithSalary
Location
London
Department
Work Experience
Brand
Clifford Chance
Contract Type
Fixed Term
Location
London
Description
Deadline for Applications: 16th February 2026Job OverviewSPARK has been developed from a one-week internship into a nine-month development programme to give you deep insights into our work and to deve
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01/01/0001
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