The Singapore International Arbitration Centre (SIAC) is pleased to announce that it is now accepting applications for the SIAC China Internship Programme.The programme will provide valuable insight into working at a leading global arbitral institution. The internship programme is open to candidates who are based in Shanghai.Details on how to apply for the programme are set out below:
Assist with research on related legal and commercial developments in international arbitration;
Assist with preparation of drafts and translation of documents;
Assist with organization of online and in-person events in China;
Assist with updates to SIAC's website and social media account;
Undertake such other work as may be assigned.
The closing date for applications is 31 July 2023.The internship will be for a fixed period of three months. You are expected to be present in SIAC’s Shanghai office for 2-3 days a week, unless otherwise agreed. You may expect to perform remote work during the rest of your working days.Please indicate (as specifically as possible) (i) preferred commencement date; and (ii) preferred dates which you are able to be present in the office.You will be entitled to a monthly allowance of CNY 1,200 (before tax) which serves as a stipend supporting travel and meal expenses incurred during the period of internship.You are required to ensure that you have complied with your university’s / college’s policies and/or the relevant government regulations, if any, to undertake this internship from your current country of residence and/or other relevant jurisdictions.
- Copies of your college/university and/or postgraduate transcripts;
- A 3-min video (either in English or Mandarin) that introducing yourself and describes your objectives and motivation in applying for the programme.
- A written statement confirming your participation in SIAC’s internship programme does not violate the university’s policies and the relevant government regulations, if any, of your current country of residence and/or other relevant jurisdictions; and
- Letter(s) of reference and writing sample(s) (optional).
Please email your application to: siac_china@siac.org.sg with the reference [SIAC China Internship Programme] in the e-mail subject heading of your application.