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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Abbie Whitlock" data-source="post: 245413" data-attributes="member: 42112">Hey!From what I can see, the questions for CMS' Graduate Solicitor Apprenticeship are:<ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Why do you want to join CMS as a Graduate Solicitor Apprentice, and how does this route support your long term goals? (Max 200 words)</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Describe a challenge you faced. How did you deal with it, and what did you learn from the experience? (Max 200 words)</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Tell us about a time you used AI or technology to improve a process or fix an issue. What did you do, and what was the outcome? (Max 200 words)</li> </ul>I'll address how I'd approach each one below!Why CMS + why the apprenticeship routeI would split this into two parts:<ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Why CMS: show that you have researched the firm properly (i.e. their sector strengths, international reach, the types of clients they work with, innovation / AI, training culture, etc.). Make sure to keep it specific to the firm and show how that specifically suits you based on your past experiences and future goals.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Why the apprenticeship route: explain why you are choosing to apply for the apprenticeship route, rather than the traditional TC. This could be combining study with practice or early responsibility - just make sure to link it to yourself, and to your goal of qualifying at a firm like CMS.</li> </ul>Challenge QuestionI would use a light STAR-style structure, but keep the focus on:<ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">The challenge - not just the task itself</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">How you personally responded and the steps you took to address the challenge</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">What you learned as a result of the experience (you could highlight skills / behaviours that CMS cares about specifically)</li> </ul>I would make sure to address the learning point, as this is often the part of the question that they are looking for!AI / Technology QuestionThey won't be expecting a super technical answer, but want to see that you have an understanding of AI and technology and how it can be utilised in a responsible way. I would:<ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Briefly explain the problem</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Outline what technology or AI tool you used (even basic AI tools can work well!)</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Discuss the impact that using the technology or AI had - this could be time saved, improved accuracy, etc.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Conclude with what it shows about your overall mindset and approach to technology - for example, that you aim to be innovative and adaptable and want to utilise technology to assist you where you can.</li> </ul>I hope that helps, and best of luck with your application! <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite1" alt=":)" title="Smile    :)" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":)" /></blockquote>

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