Arbitration Internship

At Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer, our ambition is to help you achieve your goals.

Exceptional client service and the pursuit of excellence are at our core. We invest in and care about our client relationships, which is why many are incredibly longstanding. And we enjoy breaking new ground, as we have for over 100 years.

We are where you need us to be. We are in the world's largest markets, key financial centres and major growth hubs. Our international footprint is extensive and committed.

We are at our best tackling complexity and navigating change. We work alongside you on demanding contentious matters, exacting regulatory work and complex public and private market transactions. We are recognised as leading in these areas.

We are immersed in the sectors and challenges that impact you. We are recognised as standing apart in energy, ESG, infrastructure and resources. And we're focused on areas of growth that affect every business across the world, including technology and digitalisation.

All of this is achieved by supporting the growth of our people, who help us deliver on our ambition - which is to help you achieve yours.

Your goals. Our ambition.

The Opportunity

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer Singapore is offering paid internship opportunities to law students as well as graduate and post-graduate students who are interested in getting first-hand experience in a leading international arbitration practice in Asia.

You will work alongside our partners and associates on tasks and projects for our clients, giving you a chance to gain a real insight into the depth and breadth of our practice areas.

We are looking for self-motivated individuals with outstanding achievements in academic and extra-curricular activities. You should also be a team player with excellent organisation and communication skills.

In order to be eligible for our internship, you must:

• currently be a law student or a recent law graduate. Priority will be given to students and graduates of the law faculties of the National University of Singapore and Singapore Management University, as well as returning Singaporean law students / graduates from approved US, UK, and Australian universities.
• be able to live and work legally in Singapore (Herbert Smith Freehills will not be able to assist with or sponsor your application for a permit to live and work in Singapore. You may be able to apply for a Work Holiday Pass under the Work Holiday Programme in Singapore if you are an undergraduate or graduate of a university recognised by the governments in the respective countries: Australia, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Japan, Netherlands, New Zealand, Switzerland, United Kingdom or United States.)
• commit to a minimum of 2 months of internship in order to maximise the benefits of this scheme. If for any reason you require any adjustments in order to be able to participate, please let us know in your application form.

Please indicate in your application your preferred internship period.

Applications for internships between January and June 2026 will close on 17 October 2025.

Team

Disputes

Working Pattern

Full time

Location

Singapore

Contract type

Fixed Term Contract

Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to attracting people from all backgrounds and creating a respectful and inclusive culture where everyone thrives. We see this as essential to our success, including our ability to innovate and achieve sustained high performance. This is a key part of our Values—Human, Bold, and Outstanding.