I really enjoyed how realistic and practical the task was. It gave me a clear understanding of what it's like to work on a real M&A deal, from attending a negotiation call to drafting emails for both senior colleagues and clients. The guidance on tone and structure was very helpful, and I felt like I was actually learning useful skills rather than just theory.
Why complete this Virtual Learning Program
A risk-free way to experience work on the job with us at White & Case. Practice your skills with example tasks and build your confidence to ace your applications.Self-paced
30-60 mins
No grades
Optional assessment
Introductory
Working at White & Case will launch, accelerate, and build your career, opening doors and relationships around the world.
Our virtual program allows students to gain first-hand insight into life as a White & Case lawyer and experience the realities of cross-border law.
Program highlights:
• Open access and free for any university or law student.
• No application is required, and it can be accessed online from anywhere in the world.
• Self-paced with no deadlines — takes approximately 30-60 minutes to complete.
• No prior legal knowledge or work experience is required to participate in this course, and your work will not be used for assessment purposes.
Advance your skills and knowledge
As a White & Case lawyer, you’ll work on fast-paced, cutting-edge matters from the start of your career for some of the largest global companies. This program offers you the opportunity to gain valuable experience during your studies and a way to differentiate yourself during the application process.
Available Achievements
- Certificate
- Resume Snippet
- Interview Tips
- Skills
How it works
- Complete tasks guided by pre-recorded videos and example answers from our team at White & Case. No live sessions, all self-paced.
- Earn a certificate and add it to your resume and LinkedIn as an extracurricular activity.
- Stand out in applications. Confidently answer interview questions and explain why you’re a good fit for our team.
Skills you will learn and practice:
Attention to Detail
Effective Communication
Team Collaboration
Introduction from White & Case
Tasks
Task One: Mergers & Acquisitions
30-60 minsIntroductory
Attend a negotiation call and prepare notes
What you'll learn
- Gain practical negotiation experience in a real-world legal context.
- Write concise and effective communication to colleagues and clients.
What you'll do
- Attend a negotiation call with Bigshot Power Fund to discuss the terms of the acquisition.
- Take notes during the call and prepare a summary email for the senior associate.
- Draft an email to the client explaining Bigshot's proposed purchase price mechanism.
Reviews
4.6
Student, Queen Mary University of London
I really enjoyed how the program gave me practical exposure to the type of work involved in M&A transactions. The simulation tasks were realistic, and the guidance provided helped me understand how to communicate clearly with both colleagues and clients. It was a great way to build confidence in drafting professional emails and notes in a legal context.
I enjoyed honing on the fundamental skills needed to flourish as a Trainee at White&Case. Being involved in these Trainee style exercises are only reaffirming my interest in working in the law firm, as I am starting to see the positive culture being being a Lawyer at White&Case. Thank you for being at the forefront of my professional development.