Insight Programme
Start your career in law right here. Experience life at CMS during our two-week programme, putting yourself in a strong position to be fast tracked to an assessment day for a training contract.
Start your career in law right here. Experience life at CMS during our two-week programme, putting yourself in a strong position to be fast tracked to an assessment day for a training contract.
If you are interested in a career in law and want to know what life is really like at a future facing global law firm, researching online is one thing. However, trying it for yourself is completely different – and that’s the purpose of this programme.
Whatever your background, the programme’s blend of practical work experience, skills sessions, trainee shadowing, and networking will build your knowledge and your contacts in equal measure. You will be invited to social events, lunches, and coffee networking where you’ll get to meet representatives from across the firm.
Successfully complete the two-week long programme and you will be fast-tracked to an assessment day for a training contract.
Applications for 2024 will open on 04 December 2023 – click here to register your interest in future opportunities.
“I heard about CMS and this programme in my first few weeks of university. I had a look at their website and was impressed by the global nature of the firm and the fact that they work for some of the largest companies in the world. I also liked that they had networks to support diversity and inclusion, and a CR programme to give back to local communities.”
Rachel Opoku-Appiah Started her career at CMS with the Insight ProgrammeThe Insight programme gives anyone interested in a career in law information and insights about what life is like working at CMS.
Improve your presentation and networking skills and get an introduction to the business of law.
Get ongoing support for the duration of the programme and beyond.
Gain practical insights into how a global law firm works and build your network of contacts with invites to social events.
Successful completion of this programme may get you fast-tracked to an assessment day for a training contract.
All participants will be paid £450 per week.
The Insight Programme really is the first step on your path to a rewarding future at CMS. Complete the programme and you may be fast-tracked to an assessment day for a training contract.
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England, Wales and NI: |
Non law students in their penultimate or final year of study, additionally all graduates and candidates from a non law career background. |
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Scotland: |
Second year law students. Penultimate year non-law Scottish students can apply for the programme in an English location. |
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International: |
Non law students in their penultimate or final year of study, additionally all graduates and candidates from a non law career background. |
Interested in applying? Here’s an outline of the different stages involved.
An opportunity for us to start to get to know you, your educational background, work experience and interests and why you are interested in a career with CMS.
Designed to test your analytical reasoning and logic. Take a practice test here.
A short 15 minute interview where you will answer a series of pre-recorded questions.
A 30 minute interview to get to know you and your motivations for applying to the role.
Take a look at our dedicated FAQs page