Apprenticeship Applications

Hello, and welcome to our second edition of Commercial Awareness for Solicitor Apprentices(CASA). In this week's newsletter we discuss solicitor apprentice life from the perspective of someone who took a gap year in which they discovered apprenticeship opportunities. We also look at Nintendo suing Palworld for imitating pokemon. For our international outlook we discuss and carefully consider the reasons for international law firms closing down. Finally, there will be a piece of advice from me to close of as someone who is applying to apprenticeships myself this year.

2024-09-26

Embarking on a career through a School Leaver Apprenticeship, Katie, now an Assistant Manager, shares her journey and experiences. From the unique appeal of studying while working to the authentic culture at BDO and the challenges and rewards of her role, Katie provides a firsthand account of her path to becoming a fully qualified Tax Adviser at the age of 22.

2024-07-10

As we enter university application time, it can be quite daunting if you are unsure on what you want to do and if university is for you? Apprenticeships & Degree Apprenticeships are a brilliant option if you like to learn on the job, but also want to gain a qualification at the same time. This being said, we have taken the liberty of putting together our top tips for you to ace your applications!

2024-01-12

Hello, my name is Khadija and I am a Management Consultant Apprentice at PwC, based in our London office. Prior to joining PwC in September 2023, I studied A levels in Psychology, Economics and Geography. I am currently now studying towards CIMA certificate in Business Accounting, in my free time I love to go on walks and spend time with my family and friends!

2023-12-18

Hello! I'm Ayesha, and I'm a Project Control Degree Apprentice at BAE Systems. I studied Economics, Sociology, Biology and an EPQ at college, and joined BAE Systems in 2022. I hope the article below helps shed light on my experiences as an apprentice and provides insight for those considering a similar path. Feel free to reach out with further questions!

2023-11-28

Laura Morland, a Trainee Solicitor Apprentice, reveals the secrets into the life at Browne Jacobson. Laura gives her key advice into how best to approach the application and interview processes along the way to becoming a solicitor apprentice at such a prestigious law firm. Click here to find out more!

2023-10-03

Hear from Charlotte Tully, a Tax Trainee Associate at PwC who is entering her second year as an apprentice. For anyone who is looking to apply for any programmes with PwC, I would strongly recommend reading this to help you understand what it is like working at PwC. So, here is what Charlotte has to say:

2023-10-02

Hear some key insights from Laura Jones as to what life is like working as a degree apprentice at EY! Laura gives all of her top tips for all aspiring degree apprentices when it comes to this process. If you are considering a degree apprenticeship then you might want to read this!

2023-09-25

In this blog, Sufyan Gasper, who is currently a degree apprentice at EY, dives deep into the story of how he has become a degree apprentice at EY. Sufyan shares his top tips to students who are looking for a similar path and explains how you can follow his footsteps into becoming a degree apprentice.

2023-09-22

Hi! My name is Faizan and I am from East London. At the time of writing, I am about to start my degree apprenticeship at UBS. I am joining the CDIO (Tech) business area. Find here my top tips on how to be successful during the recruitment process at UBS!

2023-09-01