The deadline to apply for a training contract or place
on our vacation schemes is 28th February 2018.
Kate Osborne, graduate recruitment specialist at Kirkland & Ellis, offers excellent advice on how to show your motivation for a legal career in your applications, interviews and
on vacation schemes.
However we strongly recommend that you apply for a Vacation Scheme rather than directly for a Training Contract; the vast majority of our Training Contracts each year are offered to high - performing participants
on our Vacation Schemes so that is definitely the most effective way to secure a Training Contract.
But what do you do when firms are cutting back
on vacation schemes and work experience seems difficult to come by?
I loved the taster I got
on the vacation scheme.
Marisa's time
on the vacation scheme, which she spent largely working in the firm's projects department, made her all the more convinced that Burges Salmon was the right firm for her.
For me, the most memorable piece of advice I've had was actually
on my vacation scheme here.
I had to attend an assessment centre, and was successful, and so spent time
on the vacation scheme in summer 2016, just before my penultimate university year.
You should also consider going
on a vacation scheme with a firm that specialises in banking and finance law.
Focus your commercial awareness examples on the areas of practice of that specific firm and focus your competency answers on skills which will prove valuable
on your vacation scheme or in your future career.
9) Work hard
on your vacation scheme Of course, having a good attitude alone won't guarantee you a training contract offer.
Not exact matches
After Kevin McCallister's family leaves him behind by accident while they go
on Christmas
vacation, the 8 - year - old comes up with a brilliant — and hilarious —
scheme to prevent burglars from robbing his house.
«Nothing makes an episode of Billions pop like a
scheme... After a (very good) week of catching up
on what our buddies did over summer
vacation, it's extremely welcome to be right back in the swing of things, racing around at a hundred miles an hour.»
Timeshare
schemes, also known as «
vacation or holiday clubs» or «timeshare intervals», vary in price depending
on the amount of time or points purchased and other factors such as the location and standard of available accommodation.
flyfrontier.com What's more, he also describes the steps
on how the
scheme with cruises, hotel reservations,
vacation or rental car reservations punch.
Vacation schemes are an important stepping stone for any prospective lawyer - this article sets out some top tips
on how you can make the most of the experience...
This post, based largely
on my own experience, will hopefully de-mystify some of the questions surrounding
vacation scheme applications and give a few...
On successful completion of your campus ambassador role at Hogan Lovells, you have the opportunity to gain a place on the firm's summer vacation schem
On successful completion of your campus ambassador role at Hogan Lovells, you have the opportunity to gain a place
on the firm's summer vacation schem
on the firm's summer
vacation scheme.
This year's
vacation scheme started
on Monday 19th June.
Nowadays, training contracts are granted
on the basis that you have done a
vacation scheme; although this is not always necessary, it is the case for the majority of times.
You can also read more case studies
on our website — click here for Simmons & Simmons trainees and here for Simmons & Simmons
vacation scheme case studies.
I was (un) fortunate enough to have my birthday fall
on a working day during the
vacation scheme.
Newly - combined CMS has replaced its traditional work placement with a «next generation
vacation scheme», which was launched
on Monday.
Since offering Bursary students a place
on our Summer
Vacation scheme we have offered 6 students a Training Contract; this amounts to half of the Bursary students who have taken part in the vacation
Vacation scheme we have offered 6 students a Training Contract; this amounts to half of the Bursary students who have taken part in the
vacationvacation scheme.
You can also read more case studies
on our website — click here for Simmons & Simmons application tips and here for Simmons & Simmons
vacation scheme case studies.
On the first day of the
vacation scheme we had an informal drinks reception with lawyers and staff from across the office.
We spoke to Herbert Smith Freehills about
vacation schemes, training contracts and what they look for in their candidates — as well as details
on how to apply.
If you wish to apply for both a place
on our summer
vacation scheme and a training contract, simply make sure that you tick the appropriate boxes
on the online application form.
Furthermore, like many firms Birketts is increasingly moving towards the
vacation scheme as an exclusive method to recruit for training contracts
on the basis it provides for a two week period of assessment rather than more limited exposure over the course of an interview or assessment centre.
Throughout your
vacation scheme you will be offered constructive feedback
on various tasks performed, which greatly assists in the development of core skills
Because we know a number of you are set
on giving
vacation schemes a try, we've put together a collection of application deadlines to help you along.
Application deadlines will vary depending
on whether you are applying for a spring, summer or winter
vacation schemes:
How do I apply for a place
on the summer
vacation scheme?
Current statistics show that between 30 % and 70 % of candidates who complete a
vacation scheme go
on to secure a training contract.
Receive firsthand advice
on applying for training contracts and
vacation schemes at our conference — and tickets are free!
Receive firsthand advice
on applying for training contracts and
vacation schemes at our conference - and tickets are free!
Receive firsthand advice
on applying for training contracts and
vacation schemes at our conference — and tickets are only # 5!
He is therefore well - placed to share with us his advice
on all things
vacation schemes...
Receive more firsthand advice
on applying for training contracts and
vacation schemes at our conference — and tickets are free!
On the first day, the
vacation scheme intake was split into two teams, where we then took part in a scavenger hunt within walking distance of the firm, which ended with food and drinks.
Definitely, my the
vacation scheme was a great opportunity to get to know more about the firm, its culture and how it is run
on a day to day basis.
Make sure you check out our career advice section for tips
on how to impress in your
vacation scheme applications.
If you're
on the hunt for a brilliant
vacation scheme, read
on.
Most training contract or
vacation scheme interviews involve testing candidates
on their commercial awareness.
«I think students often look at
vacation schemes as work experience where they can find out a bit about law and do something that looks good
on their CV, but that's not the way we view it.
Vacation schemes are a common pool of talent for law firms to draw
on when hiring for training contracts.
Applications for training contracts and
vacation schemes are available
on - line here: https://www.apply4law.com/fieldfisher/
The benefits package includes season ticket loans; 23 days of annual
vacation; pension
scheme; private health insurance; and discounts
on several retail goods.
Whilst studying I started looking into getting a training contract at law firms, luckily I was able to get
on competitive
vacation schemes with large firms and secure mini pupillages at barristers chambers in London.
To secure a training contract with Clifford Chance or a place
on one of our
vacation schemes, you'll need to show a strong and consistent academic track record throughout your degree.