🚨 Reed Smith has just announced its Direct Training Contract route!
The deadline is 20th June.

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Message: <blockquote data-quote="ZNadeem" data-source="post: 212165" data-attributes="member: 40237">I completely understand how disheartening this can feel, but as someone who has been in your shoes, let me assure you: comparison is the thief of motivation. I had similar doubts after a disappointing first application cycle, but I learned that what truly matters is not the quantity of your experiences, but how you present them.Take a break from scrolling LinkedIn—this will help you avoid unnecessary comparisons and preserve your motivation. Instead, focus on crafting strong applications that highlight the skills and qualities you’ve gained through your unique experiences, whether they’re from retail, pro bono work, or anywhere else. Most future trainees I know secured vacation schemes and training contracts with just high school-level experiences and university society involvement. It's all about how you frame your narrative, so don't lose hope—you have a real chance to stand out.It’s also worth remembering that the fact you reached the interview stage for such a prestigious internship is an achievement in itself. This means that grad recruitment saw something in your application and progressed you past the majority of candidates, which speaks volumes about the strength of your written application and experiences. Use this as proof that you’re on the right track and focus on refining your interview technique or gaining insights into what may have gone wrong.It’s also worth noting that I personally had zero insight schemes or open days under my belt during my successful application cycle. Instead, I focused on writing strong, tailored applications that highlighted the value of my unique experiences. This approach proved to be key, as it’s not necessarily about having the "perfect" CV but about how you effectively present your skills and demonstrate your suitability for the firm.</blockquote>

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