Law Scholarship for University Students
Obtaining a Russell McVeagh University Law Scholarship is the ultimate first step to your successful law career.
We're offering:
- $2000 for each year you're studying law.
- Work experience at Russell McVeagh during part of the winter term holidays.
- A Russell McVeagh solicitor or Partner as your mentor, for support, guidance, and practical help throughout your time at law-school.
- The coveted opportunity to summer clerk at Russell McVeagh in your penultimate year of law.
- Along with the benefits mentioned above, you will also be invited to numerous social and work-related events throughout the year.
We're looking for:
- Law school students who are all-round achievers with top academic results.
- Personalities characterised by drive, enthusiasm, integrity and commitment.
- Superior communication skills, both written and oral, alongside the ability to relate well to others.
- The desire to be the very best in your chosen career of law.
You apply by:
- Completing an application form and attach a covering letter. The letter should outline why you're an ideal candidate for a Russell McVeagh Scholarship.
Along with these, enclose:
- A reference from someone who knows you well (not family).
- A copy of your academic transcript.
- A copy of your CV (please do not staple or send originals).
- A copy of your school testimonial.
- Two good-quality passport-sized photos, named on the reverse.
Applications forms should be available at your law school from 20 June 2011. The 2011 scholarship round closes at 5.00pm on Thursday 11 August. Please refer to www.summerclerk.co.nz or contact Mychelle Hellmann if you have any questions.
* Remember - scholarship winners must retain a place at a New Zealand University Law School!