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Work Experience|Mackay
Are you currently studying law? Would you like to experience first hand, day by day life in a law firm? If so, we would love to hear from you! We encourage law students to apply to participate in our work experience program at our Mackay based firm.
What you will be doing
Shadowing solicitors for a period of one to two weeks, you will experience life at our firm, you will be involved in real legal matters, completing tasks and research. As our firm practices in all areas of law, you will have the opportunity to be exposed to multiple areas of law.
We encourage applications for clerkships/work experience from all students, particularly those who have a connection with Mackay (or similar regional area), who are looking to develop and progress their career and may have a view to settling in Mackay in the longer term.
About Us
We are a medium sized, well established firm in Mackay with 20+ professional staff and 20+ support staff. Mackay is the hub of the Bowen Basin mining industry and the gateway to reefs and rainforests with the Whitsundays a short drive away.
How to Apply
We encourage law students who are interested in working at Wallace & Wallace Lawyers to forward their letter, resume and academic results. Most years the firm will hire at least one graduate and interviews are usually conducted in the second half of the year. The firm encourages law students to apply for a clerkship/work experience over the winter or summer university holidays. This is an excellent opportunity for law students to become connected with the firm. These opportunities are likely to improve your chances of being employed as you finish your degree.
If joining our work experience program sparks your interest, please forward the above information to recruitment@wallaw.com.au with details of when you are available.
If you would like further details regarding the opportunity, please contact our office on (07) 4963 2000.