First Year Insight Scheme
Discover a snapshot into Firm life
As well as offering an amazing insight into life at the Firm, this scheme will help you to prepare for when you come to apply for our Vacation Schemes and/or Direct Training Contract.
Apply nowWhat the scheme involves
Over two days, our First Year Insight Scheme offers a broad insight into how a big, global law firm like Baker McKenzie operates, with structured sessions to introduce you to our various departments and the work we do.
We’ll help you develop your commercial awareness and understanding of what being a Trainee Solicitor involves. Then, through a series of group tasks and interactive workshops, you’ll start to build the core skills you need to succeed in the role.
You’ll be allocated a Trainee buddy, who’ll be there to offer you advice and support. With plenty of networking opportunities too. You’ll also benefit from one-to-one sessions with our Graduate Recruitment & Development team.
Key dates
08/10/2025
Applications open
01/02/2026
Applications close
06/05/2026
Scheme duration
The scheme will start on the 6th May and takes place over two days.
FAQs
First-year students in any degree discipline.
The scheme will be run over two days on Wednesday 6th and Thursday 7th May 2026.
You should be on track for a 2:1 or above. We use a contextualised recruitment system, which enables us to consider those with real potential who fall slightly short of our criteria.
At the Baker McKenzie office in London.
We will cover expenses up to £150.
Applications open 8th October 2025. Applications close 1st February 2026.
Why join our First Year Insight Scheme?
This is a fantastic opportunity to understand what working for a global firm is like. As you develop new skills, you’ll also learn about the world of Trainee Solicitors and make connections that will help you with whatever path you choose after university.
