Posted by : eliseamelie Time : 11/11/2024 20:30
Experience / extracurriculars
Watch TopicWhat kind of things did you take part in aside from regular work experience that you think made your application and interview stand out? Is there any websites or organisations you used that can help you gain experience? Looking for things to take part in to add to applications can be a bit overwhelming since there is so much out there!
1 Jordan (Solicitor | Degree Apprentice | 6th Year) 7 days ago
I think it depends what you call “regular work experience”. I actually had no experience in law at all - didn’t study it at A Level nor had I had any work experience in it. In my applications I highlighted skills I had picked up in other part time jobs like swimming teaching, bar work etc. showing transferable skills is really favourable. I also spoke about my hobbies such as the gym and how this highlighted my discipline, motivation and adherence to stick at my goals. There are skills in everything we do, try to seek out some and really emphasise how this could help you be a good fit for the role. Hope that helps ☺️
2 eliseamelie 7 days ago
I think it depends what you call “regular work experience”. I actually had no experience in law at all - didn’t study it at A Level nor had I had any work experience in it. In my applications I highlighted skills I had picked up in other part time jobs like swimming teaching, bar work etc. showing transferable skills is really favourable. I also spoke about my hobbies such as the gym and how this highlighted my discipline, motivation and adherence to stick at my goals. There are skills in everything we do, try to seek out some and really emphasise how this could help you be a good fit for the role. Hope that helps ☺️
Okay thanks so much! I didn't know that you didn't need experience related to law directly so that really helps 😊
