HK GLOW 2026

We are one of the largest international law firms in the world. With over 30 offices across the globe, we strive to exceed the expectations of our clients, providing them with the highest-quality advice and legal insight, which combines the firm’s global standards with in-depth local expertise.

Our firm, work and people span jurisdictions, cultures, and languages. We offer our clients a truly international perspective. We believe every career should be rewarding and stimulating - full of opportunities to learn, thrive, and grow. That’s why we’re so proud of our inclusive, friendly, and team-based approach to work.

You’ll find our clients in commercial and industrial sectors, the financial investor community, governments, regulators, trade bodies, and not-for-profit organisations. But no matter who they are or why they’ve reached out to us, we provide a world-class service every step of the way. And that’s possible thanks to the entrepreneurial spirit and conscientious approach to work that you’ll find across all of our teams.

Whichever area of the business you join, you’ll become an integral part an innovative, diverse and ambitious team of people. Clifford Chance is a place where the brightest minds and the best of colleagues meet.

GLOW is Clifford Chance's unique opportunity for exceptional pre-penultimate year students to gain an insiders view into what a career in law can look like.

The program is designed to not only give you insider knowledge of life at a leading law firm but tips on how to get here. During the program you'll experience intensive schedule of practice area talks and workshops, including a mock assessment centre exercises.

There will be a variety of networking opportunities where you will have the chance to meet representatives from all levels within the firm.

If you're ready to glow; an exceptional pre-penultimate year student set on a career in commercial law in Hong Kong, then we want to hear from you.

The GLOW program is a 1.5 day program and will take place on 19-20 August 2026.

All applicants are asked to complete this online application. Candidates whose applications meet our requirements will be asked to complete a video interview after which successful candidates will be invited to take part in the scheme.

• Pre-penultimate year student of a qualifying law degree will be eligible to take part in 2026 GLOW. 
• You must be fluent in English and possess a strong command of Chinese language skills.
• You must be available on the set date of the scheme.

If you have any questions please contact [email protected]. 

Applications for this program will close on 30 April 2026.

At 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 are committed to treating all employees and applicants fairly and equally regardless of their gender, gender identity and expression, marital or civil partnership status, race, colour, national or ethnic origin, social or economic background, disability, religious belief, sexual orientation, or age.  This applies to recruitment and selection, terms and conditions of employment including pay, promotion, training, transfer and every other aspect of employment.

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