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Gap Year Internship in Hong Kong

Location: Hong Kong SAR

Work Arrangement: On-site
Duration: Minimum 1 month (longer preferred)

Chinese language skills: Not required (advantageous but optional)

Applicants must already have the right to work in Hong Kong, or be able to independently obtain it (e.g., Working Holiday Visa).

About the Internship

At Ravenscroft & Schmierer, we believe it takes more than lawyers to run a successful law firm. Alongside our legal internships, we offer a range of non-legal voluntary internships suitable for students taking a gap year at various stages of their academic journey.

Whether you have just finished secondary school and want real-world workplace experience before starting your next studies in Hong Kong or abroad, or you are taking a break between academic milestones, we welcome your application.

This programme provides the opportunity for young people to gain authentic exposure to corporate, administrative, operational, and creative work inside an international law firm.

All internships are unfunded and unassessed.

Who Should Apply

Please only apply if you:

are taking a gap year or academic break
can commit to at least 1 month, or longer
already have the right to work in Hong Kong, or can obtain it independently
are comfortable with a voluntary (unpaid) internship
are motivated, responsible, and eager to learn in a professional environment

This opportunity is ideal for secondary school graduates, pre-university students, or young adults between study periods.

Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities vary by department but may include:

Administrative & Operational Work

supporting internal workflows and operations
maintaining digital documents and resources
assisting with filing, data entry, and organisational tasks

Marketing & Creative Tasks

preparing social media posts
assisting with video content, design materials, or editorial drafts
helping monitor trends and engagement metrics

HR & Recruitment Tasks

screening applications
preparing interview schedules
assisting with communication and coordination

Business & Notary Support

assisting with basic tasks under supervision
helping prepare documents, forms, or checklists
learning how professional services operate day‑to‑day

Assignments depend on your experience, interests, and capacity.

Candidate Profile

Successful applicants will demonstrate:

Motivation and willingness to learn
Responsibility, professionalism, and punctuality
Good communication skills
Curiosity about how a law firm operates
Ability to follow instructions and work independently under guidance
Respect for confidentiality and workplace professionalism
Good organisational and multi-tasking abilities

Prior experience is not required.

What You Will Gain

This voluntary internship provides exposure to:

real corporate operations
professional communications and workplace culture
administrative, marketing, HR, or operations tasks
collaboration within an international legal environment
transferable skills relevant to future studies or careers

Gap Year Interns leave with stronger confidence, professional habits, and a clearer understanding of how corporate environments function.

About Ravenscroft & Schmierer

Founded in 1985, Ravenscroft & Schmierer is a highly ranked Hong Kong law firm recognised by:

We are signatories to the EOC Racial Diversity & Inclusion Charter, supporters of the Equal Love Coalition, and a proud Shark-Free Company following HKSF guidelines. Our culture is international, inclusive, and collaborative.

Read articles from past interns:
https://www.rs-lawyers.com.hk/articles/categories/internship-experiences