Real World Work Experience Scheme

We are aware of the extraordinary challenges students considering university study are facing and in 2020, we launched our first virtual work experience scheme, welcoming around 300 students who were unable to secure a work placement opportunity.

This year, the Real World Work Experience Scheme is expanding to cover even more professional areas across the legal and business sectors, with the aim of ensuring more students know what to expect and can develop key skills ready for the workplace.

The Scheme has a fully live and virtual 3-day programme (26-28 July), meaning students are able to learn from, and network with professionals safely from across the UK.

The Real World Work Experience Scheme will take place 26th – 28th July.

You would be expected to take part in all three days to ensure you can complete the collaborative tasks fully.

1 April – Applications open
18 June – Applications close
5 July- All successful applicants will be notified by this date
26-28 July- Real World Experience Scheme takes place

Don’t forget to take part in our Employability Prepare programme, to get top tips on how to develop your skills and make the most of opportunities in a virtual environment

Making an application

The Scheme is open to students who are:

Currently studying in Year 11, Year 12 or Year 13 at school/college (you do not need to be studying either Law or Business)
Interested in a career in the legal or business sector
Keen to develop work related skills and knowledge in these areas
Available to take part virtually across all three days (26th-27th July)

You will be required to submit a short statement (150 words maximum) detailing how you will make the most of the Scheme and how it would support your future ambitions.

Please note, parental/carer consent is necessary for you to take part in the Scheme.