2027 New York 1L Chris Morvillo Scholarship

Clifford Chance • New York, NY

9d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Chris Morvillo Scholar, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with teams, receive formal and informal training, and build relationships across the firm's global network. Acceptance of the scholarship includes a commitment to participate in the 2028 Summer Program; the scholarship and program are parts of a single recruiting and hiring pathway. After the 1L summer, scholars remain connected to the firm through office events, training programs, and community initiatives, and continue building relationships while receiving firm news and updates. The salary for US-based summer law clerk roles is $225,000. Scholarship recipients may receive up to $50,000, paid in three installments: $10,000 upon joining as a 1L summer law clerk, $20,000 upon joining as a 2L summer law clerk, and $20,000 upon joining as a first-year associate. Applicants must submit a personal statement of no more than 500 words reflecting on their experiences, journey, and intended impact in the legal profession.

Requirements

• Be enrolled full-time in an ABA-accredited law school.
• Have an anticipated graduation date of Spring 2029.
• Submit a resume, law school transcript (an unofficial copy is acceptable), and a personal statement of no more than 500 words.

Nice To Haves

• Spanish and Portuguese language skills are highly valued.
• A strong international interest.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the 2028 Summer Program as a condition of accepting the scholarship.
• Engage in team collaboration and formal and informal training.
• Build relationships across the firm's global network.
• Remain connected to the firm after the 1L summer through office events, training programs, and community initiatives.

Benefits

• Scholarship award of up to $50,000, paid in three installments: $10,000 upon joining as a 1L summer law clerk, $20,000 upon joining as a 2L summer law clerk, and $20,000 upon joining as a first-year associate.
• Salary of $225,000 for US-based summer law clerk roles.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed