Marketing Intern
Lewis Silkin LLPJob Description
We are offering exciting two-week internship opportunities during July and August 2026 in our Hong Kong office. This program provides aspiring legal professionals with comprehensive exposure to employment and intellectual property law within an internationally recognized firm. The internship runs Monday to Friday from 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM, offering structured learning combined with hands-on legal experience.
About Lewis Silkin
Successful businesses rely on a unique set of ideas and people. We help our clients protect and develop those vital assets, unlocking possibilities for future success. From iconic brands and leading multinationals to pioneering start-ups, we are proud to work with a huge range of inspiring clients, helping them turn their ideas into reality and get the best from - and for - their people.
Our people are not only exceptional at what they do, they also enjoy doing it and consistently give their best to a firm they are proud to be part of. This stems from our firm culture and our ethos of bravery and kindness. That ethos runs through everything we do, from our approach to recruitment, business practices, and DEI activities to the day-to-day environment in our office and our relationships with clients.
With an internationally minded team of more than 800 working across key areas of law – plus strategic partnerships around the world – we've got both the combination and calibre of legal experts it takes to enable our clients' businesses to thrive. Whether providing global employment law advice, managing a global IP portfolio or piecing together a multijurisdictional corporate transaction, we are able to have the right people, in the right place, at the right time.
About the Team
The Hong Kong office offers a well-established and integrated practice across employment, immigration, intellectual property, commercial litigation, data and reward, advising clients on a broad mix of contentious and non-contentious matters. Our lawyers also participate in significant business development activity, including speaking at seminars, producing Lewis Silkin publications and collaborating with colleagues across our international network, including through Ius Laboris, the world's leading employment law alliance.
Key Responsibilities
During your internship, you will:
- Gain hands-on exposure to employment and intellectual property matters through real client work and supervised research assignments
- Develop practical legal skills including drafting, legal analysis, note-taking and professional communication within a commercial firm environment
- Build an understanding of how an international practice operates, including workflows, client management and collaboration across teams
- Participate in client meetings and observe court proceedings where appropriate
- Assist with due diligence processes and document review
- Support lawyers with case preparation and legal research across multiple jurisdictions
- Contribute to business development initiatives and marketing materials
- Attend training sessions and professional development workshops
Program Structure
The first two days will include a series of introductory workshops designed to help you:
- Understand how our firm and Hong Kong practice operate
- Build core professional and legal skills
- Get to know your supervisors and wider team
- Navigate the firm's systems and resources
- Understand client confidentiality and professional standards
Requirements
Internship positions are open to law students and recent graduates who are interested in pursuing a legal career and developing their professional skills.
Our ideal candidate will demonstrate:
- Excellent drafting, analytical and communication skills, with strong attention to detail
- A proactive, commercially aware and responsive attitude
- A collaborative approach and willingness to support others, while learning and building new capabilities
- Strong academic performance in legal studies
- Genuine interest in employment law and intellectual property matters
- Ability to work effectively under supervision while showing initiative
- Professional demeanor and commitment to maintaining client confidentiality
- Flexibility to adapt to varying workloads and project requirements
What We Offer
This internship provides invaluable experience within a leading international law firm, offering:
- Mentorship from experienced employment and IP lawyers
- Exposure to high-profile clients and complex legal matters
- Professional development opportunities and skills training
- Networking opportunities within the Hong Kong legal community
- Certificate of completion and potential for future employment considerations
- Insight into the operations of a technology-enabled law firm
Application Requirements
Please include the following documents in your application:
- A covering letter demonstrating your interest and suitability
- Your most recent CV
- Academic transcripts (both High School/Secondary School and University)
- Any additional supporting documents you wish to provide
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About Lewis Silkin LLP
Lewis Silkin LLP is an international law firm specializing in employment law and intellectual property services for businesses ranging from iconic brands and multinational corporations to pioneering start-ups. The firm helps clients protect and develop their vital assets, including ideas, brands, and people, enabling them to unlock possibilities for future success. With a team of over 800 legal experts across key practice areas and strategic partnerships worldwide, Lewis Silkin provides comprehensive legal solutions including global employment law advice, IP portfolio management, and multijurisdictional corporate transactions.
