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How to write a law student CV for a graduate scheme

Graduate schemes are competitive and heavily screened — recruiters want evidence of competencies, commercial awareness and measurable impact. Here's how to do it as a law student.

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What matters for a graduate scheme

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Evidence competencies

Map your examples to the scheme's competencies: teamwork, leadership, problem-solving.

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Quantify everything

Numbers signal impact — budgets, users, results, team sizes and improvements.

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Flawless & ATS-safe

Large employers screen at scale, so keep it clean, consistent and error-free.

Law specifics

Law recruiters value academic strength, precise written communication and evidence of commercial or legal awareness. Mooting, pro bono clinics, debating, student law societies and relevant modules all demonstrate research, advocacy and analysis. Describe each by what you did and the skill it evidences.

Frequently asked questions

What do graduate scheme recruiters look for on a CV?

Evidence of their target competencies, quantified achievements, and a tailored, error-free one-page CV that passes ATS screening.

Should I tailor my CV to each graduate scheme?

Yes — mirror each scheme's competencies and language. Careero makes it fast to adapt your CV per application.

How do I write a law student CV for a vacation scheme?

Lead with academics, evidence legal and commercial awareness (mooting, pro bono, reading), and keep it flawless and one page.

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