Career information day – Edinburgh 2026

Overview

Informational Career Information Day hosted by Burges Salmon for students aged 14–18 to explore careers in law and the wider legal sector. You will learn about the firm, gain insights into the day-to-day life of trainees and lawyers, receive practical application and employability guidance, and participate in interactive activities and a mock trial. Networking with professionals and Q&A sessions provide authentic perspectives to inform future steps.

Pay / Benefits

• Lunch provided on the day
• Reimbursement of reasonable travel expenses
• Support for reasonable adjustments on request

Responsibilities

• Attend sessions about Burges Salmon and its work
• Explore day-to-day life of trainees and lawyers
• Participate in interactive group activities
• Engage in a mock trial exercise
• Ask questions and learn from practitioners across the firm
• Network with like-minded students

Key requirements

• Interest in careers in law and the legal sector
• Aged 14–18
• Willingness to participate in activities and group work

• communication
• curiosity
• teamwork
• engagement
• questioning

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