Thursday 25 April 2013

Five Tips to Make your Law Internship Successful


If the internship offer letter is in your hands & you can't wait to join the law firm, it's surely some great news. But before you start, these tips can help you to create a good impression on your employer. And who knows, you might end up getting a full-time job too! Read further...

1. Dress to Impress

Being a law student, you simply know the value of presenting yourself nicely. No matter how cliched it might sound, following the proper dress code shows you're disciplined, a trait that will last with you throughout your law career.

2. Attitude Matters

Don't be lazy or sloppy in your work. Listen to what your seniors and staff members are saying carefully. Carry the attitude of a learner. Appear as a positive person and you'll see everyone knows you at the workplace.

3. Can't Compromise on Attendance

Time is money in any field. But in legal matters, it's the real deal. If you're working under a lawyer, ensure that you're punctual to the established timing. Nothing embarrassed your boss or disappoints a client than a late-comer who is unaware of the case or perhaps happenings around.

4. Ask & You Shall be Given

The possibility that the lawyer or person you working under is a busy professional is very high. Hence, if you aren't getting any work just because you aren't getting noticed, it's your proactive behavior that should compel you to go to staff members and ask for some challenging work. Remember, as an intern you need to learn as much as you can. Don't hesitate, just ask.

5.    Be Mr./Ms. Dependable

The moment you're assigned some responsibility, it's the password for you to show how good you are. Involve in it intently. Keep in mind the deadlines and do your best. Once you start showing credible work, you'll be given more. That's how you win hearts of your manager or guide. And yes, you develop confidence in the process too.

Follow these five tips and you'll find your internship experience will be awesome. Do share with us your experiences in the comment column below!

Best wishes.