Legal & Criminology
WORK PLACEMENT, ONLINE AND EMPLOYABILITY VIRTUAL OPPORTUNITIES
Note to students:
For any resources which are highlighted for teachers use only, email futures@blackpoolsixth.ac.uk where availability will be checked and a place granted (circumstances depending.)
Opportunities for may 2024
Excellerators Overview
Apply for Slaughter and May’s 2024 Excellerators Programme for an insight into the many different professions at an international law firm, ranging from lawyers to business services, including legal technology, global client development and responsible business. The virtual programme is a chance for students across the UK to gain an insight into working life at Slaughter and May, as well as essential employability skills through interactive workshops, hands-on tasks and networking sessions.
In addition, through our partnership with non-profit Social Mobility Business Partnership (SMBP), eligible Excellerators students will be prioritised for a place on SMBP’s in-person Work Insight & Skills week across the UK that takes place in July.
Excellerators is offered at no cost.
What will you gain?
Interactive sessions with a range of legal and business services staff
Skills-based workshops including ‘essential presentation skills’ and ‘how to network effectively’
Project work in small groups that will help develop your commercial awareness, teamwork and presentation skills
Application Criteria
Candidates must:
be in Year 12 (England and Wales).
Currently attend and have always attended a state-funded, non-fee-paying school/college.
Meet one or more of the PRIME Criteria.
Excellerators is recommended for students that have achieved grades 6-9 at GCSE.
Virtual programme outline
15 May – one hour induction
30 May – one day launch event
29 July – 1 August - four days’ work insight
28 October – one day work insight
*The SMBP Work & Skills insight week will take place 15-19 or 22-26 July
You can apply via Speakers for Schools, our partner organisation, here. For more information or if you have a question, please email us.
Opportunities for april 2024
INDUSTRY SPOTLIGHT WITH FUTURE TRAINEE SOLICITOR GRACE ISHOLA: SOFT SKILLS FOR YOUR FUTURE
Date: Wednesday 17th April
Time: 02:00 pm - 02:45 pm
Age Group: KS3-5 / S1-6
We’ll be hearing from Grace Ishola, a Future Trainee Solicitor at Allen & Overy, one of the world’s leading law firms. We will learn about her passion for commercial law, the pathways she’s taken so far and the various soft/hard skills learnt along the way. Skills are crucial for success and go hand in hand with academics. Learn about a day in the life of a trainee solicitor & ways to better your personal growth with this Industry Spotlight!
Click here to register
Latham & Watkins: White Collar Defense and Investigations
Are you interested in helping clients overcome complex and high-profile challenges? In joining a collaborative, team-focused culture spread around the world? In doing some of the best work of your life in an environment that encourages you to be you?
Our virtual job simulation gives you a chance to learn more about our firm and the type of work we do. It’s part of our ongoing effort to develop and offer meaningful mentoring and training to our lawyers as well as to those just starting their legal careers.
It begins with you!
Learn more about our White Collar Defense & Investigations Practice here →
This program was created by Latham & Watkins as an educational tool. The information contained on this platform should not be construed as legal advice. Should further analysis or explanation of the subject matter be required, please contact the lawyer with whom you normally consult. The invitation to contact is not a solicitation for legal work under the laws of any jurisdiction in which Latham lawyers are not authorized to practice.
https://www.theforage.com/simulations/latham-watkins/white-collar-defense-investigations-k5wo
Inspiring Minds: Social Sciences and Humanities
Inspiring Minds is Loughborough University’s series of taster days for Year 12 students. It’s an excellent opportunity to learn more about the options available at university and how to get there. The events allow you to not only experience studying your chosen subject area at university level, but also to meet our current students and academics to discover university life!
At Inspiring Minds: Social Sciences and Humanities, attendees can customise their experience and choose up to four different sessions to create a personalised timetable. In Addition to the subject taster sessions, advice and guidance on university applications and student finance will be available from our award-winning School and College Liaison team. Furthermore, a talk from our award-winning Careers Network will also be available informing attendees about career pathways in the sector.
Individual students, as well as school and college groups, are welcome to attend.
Opportunities for February 2024
Are you looking for virtual work experience with an internationally recognised law firm? Are you looking to boost your CVs or applications to apprenticeships or university with a virtual work experience like no other?
Welcome to Bird & Bird's Virtual Apprentice Open Evening via Zoom on Monday 12th February 2024!
Bird & Bird are an international law firm with a focus on helping businesses being changed by technology or the digital world. They have over 1300 lawyers in 30 offices across Europe, the Middle East, Asia-Pacific and North America.
Bird & Bird are renowned for their expertise in Intellectual Property, IT, Communications and other areas including Media, Entertainment and Sports law. Their success can be attributed to their deep understanding of key industry sectors coupled with a comprehensive knowledge of legal practice areas.
This virtual event will include a variety of unique workshop sessions, including time to hear about their current apprenticeships on offer. Also, you will also get the unique chance to hear from with senior lawyers at this incredible law firm which can be used to grow your network as you pursue a career in law. All of your questions will be answered by the very best lawyers in the industry!
So, with this incredible virtual opportunity to hear from Bird & Bird next week, click on the Application Link below to secure your space:
Application Link:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/RZ9C2QC
If you are looking to enter the world of law then this is a must attend event. Senior lawyers, Heads of Early Careers, and many Bird & Bird apprentices all to hear from at this fantastic event.
We look forward to seeing you on Monday evening from 5pm - 6pm!
Entry requirements
This programme is open to all.
There are no entry requirements to complete this programme and no previous experience of law is required.
Immerse yourself in the world of an international law firm and discover what life is like as a junior lawyer at Bird & Bird.
In partnership with Forage, the Virtual Experience Programme is an opportunity for you to immerse yourself in the world of an international law firm and discover what life is like as a junior lawyer.
Experience life at the firm in your own time and in your own space with our Virtual Experience Programme. You will gain real work experience and learn directly from us, which you can use on your resume, during interviews, and in your future work as a lawyer. You will also earn a certificate to share with prospective employers and your professional network.
You will complete three modules that will:
• encourage you to apply law theory to work situations at Bird & Bird;
• develop your commercial awareness, skills and knowledge; and
• practice reviewing, drafting and analysing legal documents for clients.
The programme takes 6-8 hours to complete, and you will need a tablet, PC or laptop to access the programme online.
If you want to research more into the firm or practice completing some work, the programme is a great place to start. You can complete the free, self-paced programme online.
Opportunities for january 2024
This event is for Year 13/Final Year College students (aged up to 21) interested in a career in law, particularly in becoming a solicitor.
Students should have, or be predicted to get, ABB at A-Level for the DWF Solicitor Apprenticeship.
Manchester DWF Solicitor apprenticeship work experience days 25th January 2024
Law isn't quite as glamorous as a lot of the TV shows make out, but it's definitely more interesting! During this free two week virtual work experience programme you will meet a range of industry professionals from various legal areas of law who will give you an overview of their experiences and you'll get the opportunity to ask a whole load of questions.
Opportunities for december 2023
Are you in year 12? Do you have an interest in Law but are unsure what a career in law involves?
Our Unlocked Programme is the perfect answer. This innovative programme is aimed at students who have academic potential and an interest in law, but who may believe that a legal career is out of their reach. We're here to prove that it isn't.
If you attend a state school/sixth form or college and you are in your first year of A-Levels, with mainly GCSE 9 - 6/A* - B grades (or Scottish equivalent), little or no family history of higher education and a genuine interest in law - and lots of enthusiasm then you are eligible to enrol on to our programme!
You see, we're passionate about opening up legal careers to the best and brightest young minds - especially students, like you, who may not share the typical background of most legal professionals.
Our 2024 programme will be run virtually over three days, you will engage in a range of different activities to help you think about the actions you need to take to get to where you want to be in your career, both in the short term and the long term.
In short, Eversheds Sutherland Unlocked will actively engage you, inform you and inspire you to start your journey into law, whichever route you decide to take.
Programme Dates - Easter Holidays
Begins: Apr 10, 2024
Ends: Apr 12, 2024
Duration: 3 days
Closing date for applications: 29 Dec 2023
Opportunities for November 2023
Climate change - clifford chance
Climate change is becoming a major business risk, and the consequences of inaction for businesses are severe.
In this programme you will complete tasks focused on climate change risks that our clients may face. You will learn how you, as a lawyer, can advise clients on how to approach such challenges.
Complete work that simulates life on the job. 5-6 hours and self-paced.
Self paced 5-6 hours
No grades
No assessments
All Levels
Professional Services Taster Lessons
Self-paced estimated duration: 3 hours
Complete this short course to learn about different aspects of careers in Professional Services (accountancy, finance, law, insurance, consultancy and the civil service).
Each lesson should take 20-30 minutes to complete.
Lessons should be worked through in chronological order but can also be completed in isolation.
Take your Legal Career to New Heights - Join our Virtual Insight Evening Event with The University of Law! Thursday 16th November, from 5pm - 6:30pm.
Do you have an interest in studying law at university or are you considering a solicitor apprenticeship? Or perhaps you’re looking for a training contract or summer internship? If so, then you will not want to miss this event!
We are excited to invite you to our incredible Virtual Insight Evening with The University of Law on Thursday 16th November, from 5pm – 6:30pm, where top law professionals will be sharing their experience of careers in the legal industry, as well as sharing their key tips on our panel discussion to give you a real insight into their world of work.
The breadth of industry knowledge and insight that will be shared throughout the evening will provide you with real clarity to help you decide on your future career path. There will also be Q&A opportunities throughout the evening so you can ask any burning questions you have, or simply find out more about the industry from the most experienced law professionals!
So, are you looking to take your first step into the legal industry? If so, sign up to this fantastic event with The University of Law using the link below to secure your spot!
Application Link:
https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/ULawInsightEvent
Please feel free to share this exciting event with anyone who you feel might be interested and they can register themselves through the link above!
We look forward to seeing you there!
Best Regards,
Dan / Young Professionals
Dan Miller
Founder and CEO |
Instagram: @youngprouk Twitter: @youngprouk
E: dan.miller@young-professionals.uk
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Also, as you may have seen, I like to do a little spotlight on some companies we have here at Forage:
Goodbody
Goodbody is a full service, investment-led business offering wealth management, asset management and investment banking services. They have 3 amazing programmes with us including Wealth Management, Corporate Advisory: Investment Banking & Introduction to Stock Picking.
The latter two are part of our Investment Banking Career Path that you may have seen on the platform! That career path journey is a really great tool to share with any students considering that role in the future. These programmes range from Beginner to Advanced which are perfect to share with multiple cohorts of students!
Spectris
For our Engineering specialists! Spectris provide high-tech instruments, test equipment and software for many of the world's most technically demanding industrial applications.
They have a great programme called Measurement Techniques for Sustainability which focuses on building technical skills such as calculations and technical research whilst also building up students' professional skills in presentations and writing.
Calling all aspiring lawyers!
We are thrilled to announce Fragomen’s 2023 UK Immigration Law School - Applications are now open! Fragomen are the world's largest corporate immigration lawyers and they are excited to invite you to their law school which will take place across 2 evenings in November!
Have you ever wondered how global firms like Uber, HSBC or Netflix relocate hundreds of their staff globally? Want to find out how some of the words highest profile sports people get their visas to work all across the globe? Well now is you chance to hear all about Immigration corporate Law, a new area of law you might not have heard much bout in the past. Welcome to Fragomen.
Fragomen's immigration school has been hugely successful in the previous three years and is packed full of content, amazing senior speakers from the law industry as well as providing you with lots of networking opportunities.
If a first-hand account of the inner workings of a law firm sounds interesting to you, you will enjoy the legal immigration school. Not only will Fragomen have speakers from the legal profession, but also clients that they work with, global professionals and charities.
The school will run over two evenings, Tuesday 14th November and Tuesday 21st November 6pm - 8pm. Once you have registered, we will send over the school schedule and log in details, and you will be able to join online.
Application Link:
https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/FragomenLawSchool
If you have any questions please do not hesitate to reach out.
Kind Regards,
Dan / Young Professionals
Dan Miller
Founder and CEO |
Instagram: @youngprouk Twitter: @youngprouk
E: dan.miller@young-professionals.uk
Manchester: Pinsent Masons, Law and Legal Apprenticeships Work Experience Day - click here for application
IN PERSON EVENT
This event is for Year 13, final-year college, and gap year students (aged up to 21) who are interested in pursuing a career in law and are looking for opportunities in Solicitor Apprenticeships and/or Paralegal Apprenticeships. To be eligible, you must have a minimum of 5 GCSEs, including Maths and English at grade C/4 or above.
Please also note that you should be on track to achieve:
A minimum of CCC/96 UCAS points (or equivalent) for the Paralegal Apprenticeship
A minimum of BBB/120 UCAS points (or equivalent) for the Solicitor Apprenticeship
Date: Wed 22nd Nov 10:00AM - 3:00PM
Opportunities for OCTOBER 2023
We are thrilled to extend an exclusive invitation to you for an upcoming work experience event featuring some of the world's leading employers. Taking place on Thursday, 26th October, at the Hilton Deansgate Hotel in Manchester, this event promises to be a fantastic opportunity for you to connect with renowned companies such as Amazon, KPMG, Mazars, Mott MacDonald, Grant Thornton, RAF, CIMA, and many more. You won't want to miss this!
The event takes place from 9:30am - 1:30pm.
During the event, you will take part in interactive sessions, which will be led by experts from our attending global employers, such as Amazon, KPMG, Mazars, Mott MacDonald, Grant Thornton, RAF, CIMA, and more. These workshops are a unique opportunity to gain practical knowledge, enhance your skillset, and engage in meaningful discussions with industry professionals.
Why Attend?
· Connect with leading global employers, including Amazon, KPMG, Mazars, Grant Thornton, Mott MacDonald, RAF, CIMA, and more
· Gain industry insights and trends, as well as picking up new skills through hands-on workshops and group activities
· Expand your professional network
· Explore potential career opportunities and further work experience opportunities
Please do apply ASAP if you’d like to secure a spot, as we have very limited places. We are operating on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Application Link:
https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/Manchester-WEX
We look forward to your participation and hope this event will provide you with valuable experiences and connections. If you have any questions or need further information, please don't hesitate to reach out to us.
Best Regards
Dan / Young Professionals
Dan Miller
Founder and CEO |
M: 07540 953560
Instagram: @youngprouk Twitter: @youngprouk
E: dan.miller@young-professionals.uk