2021/2022 Hong Kong International Arbitration Centre Online Internship null

This internship is aimed at practicing lawyers and law students who are interested in international dispute resolution and, in particular, international arbitration.
In previous years, the Foundation has sent interns HKIAC's office in Hong Kong where they will assist with the Secretariat in discharging its day-to-day duties. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this year's internship with HKIAC will be held entirely virtually through remote working. If you are a tertiary student who is positive, confident, and interested in dispute resolution in Asia, we encourage you to apply.

About HKIAC

The Hong Kong International Arbitration Centre (HKIAC) is one of the world's leading dispute resolution institutions, specialising in arbitration, mediation, adjudication, and domain name disputes resolution.
More information about HKIAC can be found by visiting the company 'website

About the internship

Law students and young legal practitioners with an eagerness to learn, an excellent work ethic will be given a specific project or meaningful work relevant to their area of study and a mentor and supervisor will be assigned to monitor the intern's professional development.
Chinese language ability is an advantage but is not required as English is widely used in Hong Kong.

The Foundation is looking to recruit one intern for HKIAC in 2021.

Eligibility

Applicants must be:

• New Zealand citizens or have New Zealand permanent resident status
• due to complete two years of tertiary study majoring in law at a university by November 2021 or practising at a law firm in New Zealand when they apply
• able to demonstrate an interest in a career in international dispute resolution 
• willing to participate in Foundation activities following the internship such as panel discussions, round tables and school talks.

What's covered:

This is a paid internship. Other expenses such as purchase of laptops are not covered.

Management of the programme

The Asia New Zealand Foundation and HKIAC will jointly deliver pastoral care and support professional development in cultural competency.

Terms and conditions

The successful applicant will be required to agree to the standard Terms and Conditions for Asia New Zealand Foundation funding recipients.

Reporting requirements

Interns are expected to write a 600-word article (with accompanying photos) on their internship that will appear on the Foundation's website (to be submitted during the internship) and write a final three-page report evaluating the internship experience at the end of the programme.

How to apply

Click the "Apply now" below to start your application.

You will need to upload a copy of:

• your cv 
• your academic transcript 
• a cover letter outlining your motivation for applying. 

When you submit your application, a confirmation email will be sent to you including a copy of your completed form and submitted documents. If you do not receive this, please contact communications@asianz.org.nz.

Selection process

• Applications close Monday 30 August 2021.
• Shortlisted applicants will be notified by mid- September 2021.
• Short-listed applicants will be invited to an in-person or online panel interview to select the successful candidate.
• The successful candidate will be advised in October 2021.
• All selected interns will be supported to attend a group induction day in Auckland in November 2021

Questions
If you have a question about the internships, first check Frequently Asked Questions page and if your question is not answered there, please email the Foundation's project coordinator internships Linh Le:  lle@asianz.org.nz.