(Reminder: These are posts I'm copying that Jaysen made in The Student Room)
Should I knock on doors?
Your supervisor/trainee buddy will generally give you work, so I wouldn't worry too much, unless (a) you've been told to, (b) you've run out of things to do, or (c) you're at Jones Day.
You’ll have a tour of the department you’re sitting in on the first day – that’s when I’d usually mention that I’d be happy to take on any work from others. You can also offer to take on work - if you have capacity - if lawyers come into the office.
It’s a bit strange because you’re on a scheme with many highly-qualified students, so I know it often feels like you need to go above and beyond everyone else. But I’d think of standing out this way – just focus on doing well in each activity you do. That means work really hard on every task you’re given; be friendly to every person you meet, from the IT staff to the secretaries to other students; and ask genuine questions during department talks. I think it’s better to get good reports from a smaller number of people you do interact with than spreading yourself thin or working endlessly to get the attention of senior lawyers.
Should I knock on doors?
Your supervisor/trainee buddy will generally give you work, so I wouldn't worry too much, unless (a) you've been told to, (b) you've run out of things to do, or (c) you're at Jones Day.
You’ll have a tour of the department you’re sitting in on the first day – that’s when I’d usually mention that I’d be happy to take on any work from others. You can also offer to take on work - if you have capacity - if lawyers come into the office.
It’s a bit strange because you’re on a scheme with many highly-qualified students, so I know it often feels like you need to go above and beyond everyone else. But I’d think of standing out this way – just focus on doing well in each activity you do. That means work really hard on every task you’re given; be friendly to every person you meet, from the IT staff to the secretaries to other students; and ask genuine questions during department talks. I think it’s better to get good reports from a smaller number of people you do interact with than spreading yourself thin or working endlessly to get the attention of senior lawyers.
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