How to Write a Successful Vacation Scheme Application - with Reed Smith

If you're applying for a vacation scheme at Reed Smith, your application needs to reflect clear motivation, a strong understanding of the firm’s values, and a well-articulated sense of why you belong there.

In this exclusive session, members of Reed Smith’s graduate recruitment team will guide you through what makes an application stand out. This is in an incredible opportunity to truly understand what graduate recruitment are looking for in applications.

This session is designed to give you the confidence and tools to craft an application that not only showcases your strengths but also demonstrates your desire to work at Reed Smith and your alignment with their values.

In the session you will learn:

• How to approach typical vacation scheme application questions
• What Reed Smith looks for in candidates beyond academics
• How to convey genuine motivation for the firm and its practice areas
• Common pitfalls and red flags that recruiters notice
• How to structure your answers for clarity, impact, and authenticity

Whether you're applying this cycle or preparing ahead for the future, this session will give you a competitive edge in securing a place on Reed Smith’s vacation scheme and getting one step closer to a Training Contract.