Mayer Brown trainee simulation

[futuretraineecity]

Hi,

The next stage in the Mayer Brown application process is a trainee job simulation which presents various scenarios that a trainee might come across.

I was just wondering whether anyone had any advice for preparing for these sorts of questions, as I find scenario-based questions quite hard to prepare for.

The simulation is a blend of multiple choice, written and video interview questions.

 

[skmx]

Got this from the other thread

Hey, sorry this is for CMS!

 

[SLKEJRWOI97]

Hey, sorry this is for CMS!

Omg sorry, thank you!

 

[LEL]

For scenario based questions, I usually have the firm's values in mind when answering the questions. There's not much else you can do to prepare.

Since it's only 45m in total, I imagine the written exercise might be a short summary exercise or drafting an email? Again, not much else to prepare for, except knowing how to be succinct and keeping an eye on the time.

This is all very new, so I don't imagine they would give us particularly challenging questions

 

[AvniD]

Hi,

The next stage in the Mayer Brown application process is a trainee job simulation which presents various scenarios that a trainee might come across.

I was just wondering whether anyone had any advice for preparing for these sorts of questions, as I find scenario-based questions quite hard to prepare for.

The simulation is a blend of multiple choice, written and video interview questions.

Congratulations on making it to the next stage of the application! 🥳 I'd say that preparing for simulations needs you to research the firm's values and bring them in where appropriate, but also be aware of the situations you may find yourself in as a trainee. These situations often require time management, communication, organisation and teamwork skills so be ready to use examples from your life where you've had to employ these skills to answer the simulation questions. I'd also practice the competency interview questions here to best prepare for the types of questions that may come up. Maybe even try researching trainee job simulations on the internet to find some resources/advice on how you can approach answering them?

 

[futuretraineecity]

For scenario based questions, I usually have the firm's values in mind when answering the questions. There's not much else you can do to prepare.

Since it's only 45m in total, I imagine the written exercise might be a short summary exercise or drafting an email? Again, not much else to prepare for, except knowing how to be succinct and keeping an eye on the time.

This is all very new, so I don't imagine they would give us particularly challenging questions

Congratulations on making it to the next stage of the application! 🥳 I'd say that preparing for simulations needs you to research the firm's values and bring them in where appropriate, but also be aware of the situations you may find yourself in as a trainee. These situations often require time management, communication, organisation and teamwork skills so be ready to use examples from your life where you've had to employ these skills to answer the simulation questions. I'd also practice the competency interview questions here to best prepare for the types of questions that may come up. Maybe even try researching trainee job simulations on the internet to find some resources/advice on how you can approach answering them?

Thank you both!

 

[George Maxwell]

For scenario based questions, I usually have the firm's values in mind when answering the questions. There's not much else you can do to prepare.

Since it's only 45m in total, I imagine the written exercise might be a short summary exercise or drafting an email? Again, not much else to prepare for, except knowing how to be succinct and keeping an eye on the time.

This is all very new, so I don't imagine they would give us particularly challenging questions

Congratulations on making it to the next stage of the application! 🥳 I'd say that preparing for simulations needs you to research the firm's values and bring them in where appropriate, but also be aware of the situations you may find yourself in as a trainee. These situations often require time management, communication, organisation and teamwork skills so be ready to use examples from your life where you've had to employ these skills to answer the simulation questions. I'd also practice the competency interview questions here to best prepare for the types of questions that may come up. Maybe even try researching trainee job simulations on the internet to find some resources/advice on how you can approach answering them?

Hi @ek125712,

Just to add to the fantastic advice given by @LEL and @AvniD, be aware/careful of fixating too much on what you think the firm wants you to hear (according to their values etc.). I personally found that this was distracting. Being distracted in this way could lead to one giving a mixed, even inconsistent picture to GR which could undermine your candidacy.

So in answering these sorts of questions, I think you should strike a balance. Try to be your authentic self whilst also keeping in mind the firm's values. Rather than just answering in the way in which you think an ideal trainee would.

@AvniD would you agree with this?

Let us know how it goes too when you do take the test 🚀

 

[relentlesspursuit]

Hi @ek125712 I am currently trying to access the test but cannot seem to find the access link anywhere. Were you able to do this through the apply4law link?

 

[futuretraineecity]

Hi @ek125712 I am currently trying to access the test but cannot seem to find the access link anywhere. Were you able to do this through the apply4law link?

Hey I can’t quite remember but I’m sure I could yes!

 

[sg1104]

Hey guys,

I don't know if there's an error on my Mayer Brown application portal, but is there no requirement to submit a cover letter this time for the vacations scheme application? All I see is one question asking me to discuss extra-curricular activities.

 

[NDLA]

Hey guys,

I don't know if there's an error on my Mayer Brown application portal, but is there no requirement to submit a cover letter this time for the vacations scheme application? All I see is one question asking me to discuss extra-curricular activities.

I am having the same trouble as well when I am trying to complete the spring vacation scheme application. Have you found a solution? thanks!!

 

[sg1104]

I am having the same trouble as well when I am trying to complete the spring vacation scheme application. Have you found a solution? thanks!!

Hey, there is no cover letter this time around. So just the work experience section + one question asking about your academic achievements + extracurricular interests. Best of luck!

 

[mok]

Hi,

The next stage in the Mayer Brown application process is a trainee job simulation which presents various scenarios that a trainee might come across.

I was just wondering whether anyone had any advice for preparing for these sorts of questions, as I find scenario-based questions quite hard to prepare for.

The simulation is a blend of multiple choice, written and video interview questions.

Hi, I am now at this stage of my application. How did you find it? Any tips will be greatly appreciated.

 

[futuretraineecity]

Hi, I am now at this stage of my application. How did you find it? Any tips will be greatly appreciated.

I’ll dm you!

 

[Herbert]

I’ll dm you!

Hi, would it be possible for you to dm me as well? It would be much appreciated. Many thanks!

 

[jamesbaillie]

I’ll dm you!

Please could you DM me as well! Would really appreciate it

 

[jobhuntwarrior]

I’ll dm you!

Please would you dm me too? I am going to complete a JS.

much appreciated, thanks!

 

[Scandi]

I’ll dm you!

Could you please DM me too? I sent you a DM too. Thank you!

 

[futureTS2025hopeful]

Is this for the Mayer Brown TC or VS? Thx, I haven't received anything

 

[Law8]

I’ll dm you!

Hey! I am now at this stage of the application. Could you possibly dm me as well?