"The Global Virtual Internships provide both. They are an opportunity for attendees to 'pierce the veil' of law firms like Clifford Chance, and learn by doing. 

At the same time, attendees will improve their drafting skills while engaging in exciting data and digitalisation related issues.”

"Cyber security is increasingly becoming an area of more importance to clients as more data is being collected and stored online, resulting in greater risks to businesses. 

 The cyber internship offers a great introduction to the Information Commissioner's Office, and its powers in enforcing data protection legislation"

"I would have loved to participate while I was a student because there is no better way to prepare yourself for actual tasks you might receive as a Junior Associate at the firm.

The tasks are challenging and interesting and will provide an excellent starting point for anyone looking to understand what working in commercial law looks like."

"It will help them familiarise themselves with International and European legal aspects and frameworks."

I think this is a great opportunity for students to challenge themselves by researching and exploring the various legal and business implications of climate change, cyber security and human rights.” 

"At the same time, the tasks will urge students to keep an eye on future developments in their careers by drawing their attention to the most innovative legal issues like climate change. 

Although these are still emerging today, they are likely to be part of the daily working routine of future generations of lawyers.”

"They are free, online and students can participate from anywhere in the world!

The internships will provide students with an insight into the work that we do at Clifford Chance and the requisite skills that make a good lawyer.”

"This is why it is so important that students applying to the firm know how to demonstrate knowledge of human rights law and appropriate social sensitivity to the problems of others.

These internships are detailed and dense in content which means any one that gives them a try for the first time should be guaranteed to come away having learnt something new."

"Particularly at an early stage of their educational journey, this will be an invaluable chance to gain some first-hand experience and at the same time showcases just how international and interlinked our work is.

Working on the content of the Antitrust internship was fascinating and enlightening. They offer so much insight and should allow individuals to really get a feel for the type of work undertaken by lawyers."

"It allows people to work on typical trainee tasks and provides those either starting to be interested by law or already taking their first steps towards a legal career, with a unique and genuine understanding of the corporate world.

I think these internships differ from others in that they are so detailed and built round real work. They are a really amazing resource for anyone that is thinking about working in a commercial sphere."

"It is challenging to get legal internship or work experience opportunities at law firms, particularly, for more disadvantaged students or those changing their careers. Our Global Virtual Internship strives to break barriers by giving everyone equal access to the insight of the legal sector.

Looking back, I wish there were opportunities like these when I was a student trying to see whether I would like to pursue a career in law."