Bright Sparks Bristol - July
Burges SalmonExpected closing date: Monday, 15 February 2027
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Key Takeaways
- Gain one week of unpaid work experience at Burges Salmon in Bristol.
- Dates available: 5-9 July 2027 or 12-16 July 2027.
- Open to students in Year 10, 11, or 12.
- Applications close on 15 February 2027.
- Lunch and travel expense support are provided.
About the Role
Bright Sparks Work Experience Programme 2027
Curious about what it's like to work in a law firm?
If you're in Year 10, 11 or 12 and looking to gain work experience, our Bright Sparks Work Experience Programme is for you.
Spend a week at Burges Salmon exploring different careers, meeting professionals, developing key workplace skills and discovering where your future could take you.
What? One week's unpaid work experience (lunch is provided and travel expense support available)
When? 5-9 July 2027 or 12-16 July 2027
Where? Burges Salmon, One Glass Wharf, Bristol, BS2 0ZX
How? Apply online via the Apply Now button.
Please note that candidates should live within approximately an hour's commute of the Bristol office.
What will you do?
As part of our commitment to providing fair access to work experience opportunities, Bright Sparks gives students the chance to experience the professional world first-hand.
Throughout the week, you'll:
- Grow with us by building confidence and developing skills such as CV writing, interviews, communication and teamwork.
- Create lasting impact by learning how legal and business professionals help clients solve important challenges and make a difference.
- Make every voice heard by meeting people from a range of backgrounds and taking part in interactive workshops where everyone's ideas matter.
- Own it, together by working with other students on team challenges and seeing how collaboration helps achieve great results.
You'll also learn about a variety of careers across the firm, including:
- Legal teams
- Finance
- Marketing
- IT
- Human Resources and Recruitment
- Learning & Development
- Corporate Responsibility
- Project Management
- Client Support and Operations
Whether you're already interested in law or simply exploring your options, this programme will help you gain valuable experience, develop new skills and learn more about the world of work.