2026 London Summer Program

The role is a 1L summer law clerk position to work in the Capital Markets group in our London office during the 2026 summer. The London Capital Markets practice primarily focuses on high yield notes issuances, acquisition finance transactions, investment grade debt offerings, and IPOs amongst other matters. The position provides a great opportunity to connect with our US and European offices throughout the network. You will also meet our 2L US summer law clerks when they visit our head office for a week of in‑person structured programming and events in London.

Following your summer, you’ll stay connected and engaged. The position is a strong pipeline to join one of our US offices as a 2L. Please note if you are interested in our Houston, New York or Washington D.C. office, your interview schedule will include an attorney from that office.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be enrolled full‑time in a J.D. program at an ABA‑accredited law school with an anticipated graduation in Spring 2028.
• Complete applications must include a resume, law school transcript (an unofficial copy is acceptable), and a personal statement outlining why you are interested in joining our London team this summer (max 500 words). Only complete applications will be considered.

Equal opportunities statement

At Clifford Chance we forge an inclusive culture where all perspectives are recognised and valued. It’s a culture where everyone has equal access to opportunities to thrive and succeed irrespective of background. We are guided by our values‑based Code which sets high standards of conduct and has a principle focused on being inclusive.

We are an equal opportunity employer and provide consideration to all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We comply with the law and regulations in every location where we operate and across all aspects of employment from recruitment and selection to development progression and day‑to‑day working life.

Remote Work: No

Employment Type: Intern

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