Written 8th July 2024 by Olliers Solicitors
We are delighted to announce the launch of Olliers’ new Virtual Internship Program, designed to offer law students an unparalleled opportunity to gain practical experience in the field of criminal defence.
This initiative aims to bridge the gap between academic learning and real-world legal practice, all from the convenience of your own home.
Why a Virtual Internship?
The legal profession is evolving, and so are the ways we can gain practical experience.
At Olliers, we hold an annual summer internship programme over the summer months offering weeklong paid internships at our Manchester office. However, we are simply not able to offer the number of weeks placements we would like to in order to ensure that the week is filled with
This year we had a record number of applications and so we want to be to offer some form of alternative experience to those unsuccessful applicants.
What We Offer
Our Virtual Internship Program on Friday 6th September 2024 is meticulously designed to ensure a comprehensive learning experience.
Here’s what you can expect on the day:
- Interns will work on simulated case files, assisting with drafting documents, and preparing case summaries. This hands-on experience is invaluable for understanding the intricacies of criminal defence.
- Participate in a series of interactive workshops and seminars led by legal experts. Topics will include Q and A with our trainee solicitors, a day in the life of a number of our team, advocacy workshops, ethical considerations in criminal defence, forensic analysis of evidence, and more.
- Despite being virtual, we ensure that our interns can build meaningful connections with our legal team and other interns. Virtual networking events and collaborative projects will facilitate these interactions.
Who Should Apply?
We are seeking motivated and passionate law students who are eager to learn and make a difference in the field of criminal defence.
Ideally candidates will:
- Be an undergraduate student
- Demonstrate a keen interest in criminal defence law
- Possess excellent research and writing skills.
How to Apply
To apply for our Virtual Internship Program please register here.
Application Deadline
The deadline to register is Friday 31st August 2024. However, we encourage you to apply early to secure your place in this competitive program.
- For more information and to apply, visit our website.
Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity chance to kickstart your career in criminal defence. Apply today!
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Olliers is one of the UK’s leading criminal defence and regulatory law firms, specialising in the defence of individuals, businesses, and other organisations across a broad range of corporate and financial fraud crime, regulatory offences, serious crime and sexual offences. We act in professional discipline matters. We use the same skillset to represent individuals and organisations facing criticism before inquests and public inquires.
