Selecting a course of study at university is an important and sometimes difficult decision. Our work experience programme is an excellent opportunity for you to learn more about working life and the legal profession, and is designed to assist secondary school pupils who are considering studying law at university.

There are two routes for applying for work experience with us: 

Our work experience programme is an excellent opportunity for you to learn more about working life and the legal profession.

Open Work Experience

Our programme is designed for school pupils who:

  • Have completed their fourth year of secondary school
  • Are interested in studying law at university

We receive a lot of applications each year, so before you apply think carefully about why you are applying and show us why you are interested in the placement. 

We’re looking for evidence of your passion and knowledge of law and why you’re thinking of studying law at university.

We offer one week of unpaid work experience, which generally take place from Monday to Friday, from 9.30am to 1.00pm. We offer 20 places each year, 10 in our Edinburgh office and 10 in our Glasgow office. You will gain experience in at least three different departments by shadowing our trainee solicitors.

How do I apply for open work experience?

You can apply for work experience placements up to six months in advance. We have two deadlines per year:

  • 30 August 
  • 28 February 

The selection process is based on an application form, which you must complete.

To apply, please complete an application form and email it to ailsa.cameron@mfmac.com.

Once your application form is submitted, you will receive an e-mail acknowledging receipt of your application If your application has been successful, you will be notified within 14 days of the closing date. If your application has been unsuccessful, we will notify you within 21 days of the closing date.

If your application has been successful, you will be offered a placement with specific dates. If your school has fixed dates when they expect you to do work experience, it is important that you include these in your application.

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