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<blockquote data-quote="Alice G" data-source="post: 54477" data-attributes="member: 1160">[USER=9676]@aspiringjd2021[/USER] I think [USER=1572]@Dheepa[/USER] is right in her post above when she discusses being well rested etc and certainly the importance of enthusiasm. I am non-law myself and asides open days and a week in a local firm when I was 15 I had no other legal experiences before my vac schemes in 2019. So, the commitment doesn't necessarily come from formalised placements which is why [USER=1572]@Dheepa[/USER]'s suggestion of virtual internships is great advice. I also think when it comes to the scheme, show a genuine interest in talks by asking questions and also try to ask questions about the work you do - how might it fit into the bigger picture or any other questions you honestly want the answer to. I also think being proactive is a big thing and can show drive and enthusiasm. I asked about pro bono work and was invited to attend a clinic on my Shearman vac scheme and it didn't go unnoticed. I also think in this time, you would do well to consider your 'why law?' answer. I wonder if perhaps it was that in the final interview they didn't really feel like it had developed or become stronger. On a vac scheme you really need to be keeping a diary and constantly noting down things you learn about the work, job and career path and why those things are reinforcing your desire to be a lawyer. Apologies if you did this, but having spoken to candidates before I know this can be a bit of an issue as the firm wants you to make clear to them what you got from the experience and how it has enhanced those motivations.I do hope this helps!</blockquote>

[QUOTE="Alice G, post: 54477, member: 1160"] [USER=9676]@aspiringjd2021[/USER] I think [USER=1572]@Dheepa[/USER] is right in her post above when she discusses being well rested etc and certainly the importance of enthusiasm. I am non-law myself and asides open days and a week in a local firm when I was 15 I had no other legal experiences before my vac schemes in 2019. So, the commitment doesn't necessarily come from formalised placements which is why [USER=1572]@Dheepa[/USER]'s suggestion of virtual internships is great advice. I also think when it comes to the scheme, show a genuine interest in talks by asking questions and also try to ask questions about the work you do - how might it fit into the bigger picture or any other questions you honestly want the answer to. I also think being proactive is a big thing and can show drive and enthusiasm. I asked about pro bono work and was invited to attend a clinic on my Shearman vac scheme and it didn't go unnoticed. I also think in this time, you would do well to consider your 'why law?' answer. I wonder if perhaps it was that in the final interview they didn't really feel like it had developed or become stronger. On a vac scheme you really need to be keeping a diary and constantly noting down things you learn about the work, job and career path and why those things are reinforcing your desire to be a lawyer. Apologies if you did this, but having spoken to candidates before I know this can be a bit of an issue as the firm wants you to make clear to them what you got from the experience and how it has enhanced those motivations. I do hope this helps! [/QUOTE]

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