Intern

DLA Piper

. Attend an interactive induction in the Hong Kong office .

Posted 9/20/2026internshipHong Kong • Hong KongEntry LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

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Demonstrates a strong foundation in commercial law and a proactive approach to learning and development. Capable of building relationships and collaborating effectively with legal professionals while maintaining a commitment to high-quality outcomes.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Law DegreeGPA of 3.4 or Equivalent2:1 Undergraduate Degree or EquivalentProactive and Self-MotivatedCollaborative Approach

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Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Soft Skills

Enthusiasm for LearningThoughtful Problem-SolvingCommitment to Continuous LearningAbility to Build Strong Relationships

Tools & Technologies

Legal Technology

Industry Keywords

Commercial LawGlobal BusinessLegal WorkClient MattersCourt Hearings

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Attend an interactive induction in the Hong Kong office
Connect with fellow interns and build a professional network
Contribute to real client matters and complex legal work
Gain insight into practice and sector groups
Attend court hearings and work directly with clients
Collaborate with lawyers and other leading professionals
Participate in structured learning opportunities
Develop professional skills, behaviours and a commercial-law mindset
Explore legal technology, sustainability and responsible business
Build relationships with partners, lawyers and trainees

Requirements

What you’ll need

Law student in the second year of a three-year degree, third year of a four-year degree, final year of study, or a graduate/career changer; or non-law student in the final year of a degree, or a graduate/career changer
If the law degree is not recognised as meeting the academic requirements for admission to the PCLL in Hong Kong, the applicant must be in the final year of study or be a graduate/career changer
GPA of 3.4 or equivalent
On track to achieve, or already achieved, a 2:1 undergraduate degree or equivalent
Right to work full time for the duration of the programme in the chosen location
DLA Piper is unable to sponsor visas for the Summer Internship programme
Submit only one application per year for one Summer Internship programme
Genuine interest in global business and commercial law
Enthusiasm for learning and exploring different practice areas
Proactive, self-motivated and driven
Collaborative approach and ability to build strong relationships
Commitment to continuous learning and development
Thoughtful problem-solving using evidence and different viewpoints
Ownership of work and commitment to high-quality outcomes

Benefits

Comp & perks

4 week paid internship
In-person internship in the Hong Kong office
Structured learning opportunities
Supervisors, buddies and mentors
Interactive induction and networking opportunities
Hands-on experience with real client matters
Exposure to court hearings, clients, legal technology, sustainability and responsible business
Professional skills, behaviours and mindset development