About the role
Are you a student living in Riyadh and interested in gaining insight into life at a leading international law firm? AS&H Clifford Chance invites applications for our Summer Internship Programme, a short-term internship designed to provide hands-on exposure to legal work.
Running between June and August, this internship offers a valuable introduction to the legal profession in Saudi Arabia and the role international law firms play in supporting complex, high-impact matters across the Kingdom. You will work alongside our lawyers and business professionals, gaining practical experience and insight into our collaborative and high-performing culture.
This programme provides an excellent foundation for students considering a future career in law or professional service
You will have the opportunity to:
Work alongside our lawyers and business professionals in our Riyadh office.
Gain exposure to market-leading transactions and advisory work shaping Saudi Arabia.
Develop core professional, legal, and commercial skills through real-world tasks.
Build your professional network within an international firm.
Experience the culture and working environment of AS&H Clifford Chance.
During the programme, you will be treated as a valued team member. You will support live matters, assist with research and project work, and collaborate with colleagues across practice areas.
Benefits
As a Summer Intern at AS&H Clifford Chance, you will benefit from:Exposure to high-quality, real legal work.A dedicated intern buddy to support you throughout the programme.Guidance from experienced lawyers and professionals.Access to selected learning and development sessions.A certificate of completion confirming successful participation in the internship.The opportunity to build relationships and networks within the firm.A modern working environment in our brand-new Business Gate office.Practice AreasInterns will gain exposure to one or more of the following practice areas, depending on business needs and preferences:Public PolicyCorporate / Capital MarketsBanking & FinanceLitigationEligibilitySaudi nationalityBe current university studentsDemonstrate a genuine interest in learning about the legal profession in Saudi ArabiaBe available to complete the internship during the June-August period within RiyadhPrior legal experience is not required.Be on track for a minimum academic GPA of 4.5/5.0 or 3.5/4.0What skills are we looking for?We are looking for candidates who are:Curious, motivated, and eager to learnStrong communicators in Arabic and EnglishOrganised, reliable, and professional in their approachAble to work well in a team environmentInterested in developing commercial awareness and problem-solving skillsProgramme DatesInternship period: June - August 2026Duration: Short-term summer internship (exact dates to be confirmed based on business needs and availability)Applications open: 18 February 2026Applications close: 31st May 2026Application ProcessSubmit an online application with CVShortlisted candidates will be invited to an assessmentSuccessful candidates will be offered a place on the Summer Internship ProgrammeEqual opportunitiesAt Clifford Chance, we understand that our true asset is our people. Inclusion is good for our team and their families, our firm and society.We have a variety of flourishing employee networks. These networks are a place for colleagues to share experiences and advocate for change wherever they see an opportunity for improvement.Our goal is to deliver an equality of opportunity, an equality of aspiration and an equality of experience to everyone who works in our firm.Find out more about our inclusive culture here
Interested in this role?
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Cliffordchance · Riyadh, Saudi Arabia