Clifford Chance Placements, Internships and Job Reviews

Intern at Clifford Chance

Clifford Chance
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

I really enjoyed my insight into Clifford Chance. The scheme allowed me to experience a broad variety of areas of the firm. We had multiple presentations that covered the firms practice areas and also allowed us to have an in-depth insight into the deals the firm works on. We were also able to have insights into the firms networks and pro bono work. This was on top of some fun yoga and cooking socials too! The broad range of experiences really made the insight enjoyable.

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SPARK SCHEME INTERN - VIRTUAL VACATION SCHEME at Clifford Chance

Clifford Chance
Virtual Experience

4.8

I loved the Clifford Chance Virtual Vacation Scheme. Despite being online, it was engaging and interactive. It was hands on, but, also a supportive experience. I enjoyed the programme as I didn't just gain a surface level of knowledge, we explored the thematics and practice areas in depth. I gained a long term vision of my position in the industry and the firm too. Most importantly, I managed to grasp a understanding of the culture of the firm and thorough interaction with the firms employees and fellow interns. This was all made possible through successful virtual communication that the firm put in place for the scheme. Considering I came from a background of minimal legal exposure I feel confident that the scheme has given me the ability to tackle and continue in the legal world.

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SPARK scheme at Clifford Chance

Clifford Chance
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

5

I thoroughly enjoyed my time on the scheme. Through partner led presentations, I was able to gain insight into a broad range of practice areas from larger ones such as Corporate, and Litigation & Disputes Resolution, to more specialised ones such as Real Estate and Tax. As well as this, I was able to learn more about innovation at the firm, the firm's international opportunities and its very impressive community outreach and pro bono work. I also enjoyed the social aspect of scheme which included a live cooking class with a Michelin star chef, and a yoga class. There were also tasks set each of the three days of the scheme. They allowed me to apply some of what I learnt throughout the day and also challenged me as I had to do research and produce concise emails/voicemails for fictitious clients.

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SPARK 2020 at Clifford Chance

Clifford Chance
Virtual Experience

4.7

I really, really enjoyed my time on SPARK 2020. What graduate recruitment were able to achieve, having taken the scheme virtual, was extremely impressive, especially given the limited time they had to adapt. The talks were highly engaging and genuinely helpful, containing a lot of information you could call upon in future interviews. The daily tasks were thorough and interesting, and the virtual setting allowed us to collaborate with peers we'd met on the scheme, so that ended up being a big advantage to the online environment. The daily reflections were surprisingly valuable, and forced me to properly evaluate what I'd learnt and achieved each day, which, again, was helpful for future interviews, and quite rewarding.

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Virtual Vacation Scheme - SPARK at Clifford Chance

Clifford Chance
Virtual Experience

4.1

I really enjoyed this virtual experience! Despite it having to be delivered in a virtual format in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, it still proved to be a highly insightful and fun experience. The positive attitude brought by everyone involved, and the light-hearted, collaborative working environment that this created, was fantastic to witness, and made the sessions highly engaging despite their delivery coming from behind a screen. Not once did I feel bored or disengaged, which I think pays true testament to the charisma and talent of the lawyers delivering the sessions, and the excellent creative-thinking and planning of Graduate Recruitment.

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Clifford Chance SPARK scheme candidate at Clifford Chance

Clifford Chance
Virtual Experience

4.7

I thoroughly enjoyed the Clifford Chance SPARK scheme for a number of different reasons. From learning about key practice areas, to hearing about the firm's commitment to Diversity & Inclusion and pro-bono, to socialising with the rest of the cohort, the virtual scheme provided me with a strong understanding of commercial law and how Clifford Chance operates as a leading global law firm. Despite the virtual format, I got a real sense of the firm's culture and this was testament to the level of attention to detail and effort which the graduate recruitment team put into the scheme. I enjoyed collaborating with other candidates, sharing ideas, building friendships and exploring Clifford Chance during such unprecedented times. I was impressed by the bespoke nature of the scheme and surprised by how much information I received in a relatively short amount of time. I enjoyed listening to partners speak so openly about their practice areas and appreciated that they all took the time to answer my questions and genuinely cared about my understanding of what I was learning. The virtual scheme has had a lasting impact on me as I've been paired up with a trainee buddy, developed friendships with students from other universities who are similarly passionate about Clifford Chance and I'm now more understanding of how the firm operates as a business, what challenges it faces and how it is prepared to continue providing an excellent client service in the future through materialising its vision and strategy.

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Virtual SPARK Scheme attendee at Clifford Chance

Clifford Chance
Virtual Experience

4.8

I had a great time and learnt so much about the firm and what it might be like to work as a trainee.

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SPARK Scheme at Clifford Chance

Clifford Chance
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

4.7

The SPARK scheme (1st year scheme) was absolutely amazing. I have done a plethora of first year schemes and this one was far and away the best. It was the ideal mix of classroom sessions to develop us personally and professionally, but also work shadowing which gave me a real insight into the work the firm does, and what a Training Contract might look like there. I never felt bored or like anything was just done to fill time. Everything was planned to a 't' and filled a real purpose.

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Student at Clifford Chance

Clifford Chance
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

4.9

I thoroughly enjoyed the insight. There was always plenty of exciting research and tasks to be completed. The training sessions that were provided were very interactive and provided valuable information to help us. The team was very friendly and were keen to get to know us and find out our career aspirations.

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Vacation Scheme Participant at Clifford Chance

Clifford Chance
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

4.7

I really enjoyed my time spent at Clifford Chance on the vacation scheme. I found there to be a healthy balance between desk work, interactive activities and social events. I had the opportunity to met with extremely talent, driven and like-minded individuals and overall, this was a very enjoyable two week experience.

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Springboad Participant at Clifford Chance

Clifford Chance
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

4.6

I very much enjoyed the insight programme, from the informative presentations to the networking and social events, I was always fully interested and engaged. The week had been extremely well organised and I had the chance to speak to a lot of different people. I had so many opportunities to make the most of the time I spent at the firm.

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Insight Student at Clifford Chance

Clifford Chance
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

4.8

I enjoyed this insight immensely. My first experience in a large City law firm proved to be an extremely valuable one, and in what fantastic offices to experience it! There was a huge amount of variety on offer throughout the week, which ensured the insight remained interesting and stimulating. The people attending/employees I met were great too!

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Vacation Scheme Participant at Clifford Chance

Clifford Chance
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

4.6

I very much enjoyed this opportunity at Clifford Chance on the vacation scheme. There was a great balance between desk work, presentations, networking opportunities, and social events. Everyone that I had the pleasure of working with was incredibly friendly and supportive, giving up their vital time to speak me. Overall, a very enjoyable and valuable experience.

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Vacation Scheme at Clifford Chance

Clifford Chance
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

4.7

I thoroughly enjoyed my time spent at Clifford Chance on the vacation scheme. There was a great balance between desk work, presentations, networking opportunities, and social events. Everyone that I had the pleasure of working with was incredibly friendly and supportive, giving up their vital time to speak me. Overall, a very enjoyable and valuable experience.

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Vacation Scheme at Clifford Chance

Clifford Chance
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

4.8

I very much enjoyed my 2 weeks on the vacation scheme at Clifford Chance. This was an amazing opportunity to get a feel for the culture at the firm, as well as the work that trainees complete on a day to day basis. The project work was very interesting and there was a great mix of office work and social activities, making the Vac Scheme extremely enjoyable.

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Intern at Clifford Chance

Clifford Chance
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

4.9

A good mix of hands-on experience in practice areas and more theoretical learning opportunities; good exposure to friendly, unpretentious and very helpful lawyers; and plenty of opportunities to get to know and make friends with others on the scheme. The vacation scheme also provided a good opportunity to learn about the business side of running a law firm, in addition to the work one will be doing as a Trainee lawyer.

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Springboard Scheme Participant at Clifford Chance

Clifford Chance
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

5

Amazing placement, very well organised with talks from all practice areas and variety of people.

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Student at Clifford Chance

Clifford Chance
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

4

Although short, plenty of opportunity to immerse yourself in the firm, its culture, and meet the people.

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First Year Springboard Scheme Candidate at Clifford Chance

Clifford Chance
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

4.7

The First Year Springboard Scheme is simply one of the best offerings available for first year students. Encompassing excellently presented classroom-based activities, a day spent in a selected practice area with helpful and enthusiastic associates, and a trip to an international office, I simply cannot imagine how a better week-long scheme could be organised, resulting in me thoroughly enjoying my time at the firm. Having said this, it would have been beneficial to spend more time sitting within the practice areas, this being the only drawback of the scheme.

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Springboard Scheme Student at Clifford Chance

Clifford Chance
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

4.3

The Springboard scheme was an extremely enjoyable experience. During the week, I felt that I learnt a lot about the firm itself as well as what it would be to work at a commercial law firm. I believe that the week-long scheme was very different to the others I have undertaken. The emphasis was not on marketing the firm, but rather educating us. For example, the range of Practice Area Insights gave me insight into the intricacies of the different areas that are important at Clifford Chance.

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