Summer placements

Our award-winning summer placement scheme is the ideal introduction to Mills & Reeve. 80% of our trainee solicitors have completed a summer placement with the firm.

What people say after their summer placements

"The scheme was well structured with a good mix of training, networking, genuine work and social activities. Trainees went out of their way to introduce us to life at the firm and make us feel at home."

“My vacation scheme confirmed to me that the firm’s reputation for being open, friendly and approachable was true.”

“I gained a practical understanding of legal work and experienced first-hand what a pleasant, friendly and supportive culture the firm has.”

“Socially, there was something happening almost every evening, including hockey, punting, a quiz and dinner with the current trainees.”

You will enjoy two weeks' work experience at one of our offices in Birmingham, Cambridge, Manchester (with the potential for two days in the Leeds office) or Norwich. A competitive allowance will be provided to help with the cost of accommodation, travel and other expenses.

During your time with us, you will work with a variety of lawyers, moving to different parts of our practice every two or three days. You will be placed in situations where you can do real work, such as undertaking legal research, preparing or checking draft documents, attending court, meeting clients or serving proceedings.

We will pair you with one of our trainees who will answer your questions and help you make the most of your experience. Presentations, lectures and social events will help you get to know our culture.

Who should apply
We accept applications from:
- penultimate year law students
- final year law students
- final year non-law students
- all those who have graduated
When to apply

Apply online between 1 October 2020 and 4 January 2021. Assessments for placements will be held towards the end of February 2021 and regional interviews in early March 2021.
What is the selection process for successful candidates?
- Fill in the application form here
- We use the Watson Glaser critical thinking test with our applicants. You can take a practice test here. The link gives you a chance to understand the format of the test and questions and get some feedback on how you performed. There are also some useful tips on the best approach when taking the test. We take candidates forward who achieve in the 71^st percentile and above
- Applications are shortlisted by HR
- Further shortlisting takes place by a group of lawyers
- Shortlisted applicants are invited to a half-day assessment centre, including an opportunity to meet trainees. You undertake a group exercise and a written exercise
- Successful candidates will then be invited to an interview with a partner and principal associate at either their 1^stor 2^nd choice office location.
- Offers are made within two weeks of the interview
- You will be assessed during your summer vacation scheme for a training contract and will be notified of the outcome within 3-4 weeks of the scheme
- There are also some useful tips on the best approach when taking the test here.

Dates and locations of 2020 summer placements:

21 June to 2 July 2021 (Birmingham and Cambridge)
28 June to 9 July 2021 (Manchester and Norwich)

If you have any questions at all, please email our Graduate Recruitment team at graduate.recruitment@mills-reeve.com

Best Work Placement Scheme 2019 - Regional Firm

LawCareers.Net recognised us as the best regional firm that offers excellent training and recruitment processes in the industry.

Contact

For any enquiries please email our graduate recruitment team. A member of our team will get back to you shortly.

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Summer placements

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