International Arbitration Internship - Asia
Organising Institution / Firm
A&O Shearman
Quick Verified Facts
📅 Deadline
Rolling Basis (Official)
📍 Mode / Location
Singapore, Singapore
💰 Stipend / Pay
Not Specified
🎓 Eligibility
Law graduate with an LLM degree or equivalent; prior experience in arbitration preferred; must be able to live and work legally in the location; foreign candidates for Singapore must be eligible for a Work Holiday Pass (WHP).
🛡️ Category
Internship
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Full Opportunity Brief
Contextual Overview
A&O Shearman is offering a 3-month International Arbitration Internship based in their Singapore office. This role provides an opportunity for law graduates to work alongside partners and associates on complex international arbitration matters within a global law firm environment.
Key Eligibility Criteria
- Must hold a law degree with an LLM or equivalent qualification.
- Demonstrated academic excellence.
- Prior experience in international arbitration is highly preferred.
- Must possess legal authorization to work in Singapore (foreign applicants must meet Work Holiday Pass requirements).
Responsibilities & Scope of Work
- Support partners and associates in ongoing international arbitration cases.
- Conduct legal research and draft documentation related to arbitration proceedings.
- Collaborate within a high-performing, multi-jurisdictional legal team.
Stipend, Compensation & Mode
- Stipend: Provided (exact amount not specified).
- Mode: In-office, full-time for 3 months.
Application Procedure
- Visit the official A&O Shearman LinkedIn portal.
- Submit your application including your preferred internship period.
- Include any requests for reasonable adjustments if required.
- Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; only successful candidates will be contacted.
FAQs
- Is this a paid internship? Yes, the firm provides a monthly stipend to successful candidates.
- What is the duration of the program? The internship requires a fixed commitment of 3 months.
- Can international students apply? Yes, provided you meet the legal requirements to live and work in the host country (e.g., Singapore Work Holiday Pass).