Opportunities for school leavers

Opportunities for school leavers

Everyone should have access to a career in law, so our work experience programmes offer opportunities to people from a variety of backgrounds.

First Steps to Law

Want to get your trainee journey started right now? Our virtual internship could be exactly what you’re looking for. First Steps to Law is designed to give you a better understanding of what we do here. You'll get to experience what it is like to work on a project that mirrors the skills our teams have and the work they do in the real world. It’s quick, easy to access and there’s no application process. 

First Steps to Law has been designed for 16 - 19 year olds but is open to all.

There’s no need to apply for our virtual internship and it’s available year-round. Please use Chrome or Firefox when accessing the platform.

 

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Pathways to Law

In partnership with the Sutton Trust, we also run Pathways to Law during the February half-term break each year. This involves a week’s work experience at the firm with panel discussions, corporate case studies, commercial awareness exercises, skills sessions and networking opportunities tailored to the 20 year 12 students who join us.

 

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Have a Question?

Our Early Careers team receive hundreds of questions every week - so there’s a good chance yours is already answered! Check out our FAQ section first to find quick, clear answers before getting in touch.

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