Vacation Scheme Review

by Baker McKenzie

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Rating

4.9/5
  • About You
    5.0
  • The Company
    4.7
  • Everything Else
    5.0

    About You

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy the insight?

    • I thoroughly enjoyed the insight as I felt treated as an employee not merely a 'work experience kid'. Everyone was extremely friendly and willing to help if I needed anything at all.

    5/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued during your time at the company or firm?

    • I felt very valued. Of course I was aware I could not undertake technical work but everyone made a true effort to get me involved. Where able, I was given tasks which challenged me.

    5/5
  • 3. How much guidance/support did you receive during the insight?

    • We were given contact details of many different members of staff. A personal trainee buddy provided us with an easy to talk to support.

    5/5
  • 4. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and information you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • As a non-law student, exposure to work in a law firm is incredible value for my future career choice.

    5/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?

    • A nice split between socials and time in the office. It was great to be able to experience more than one department.

    5/5
  • 6. How was the general atmosphere during your insight?

    • Very positive, I didn't feel I was being assessed. The process felt very two way.

    5/5
  • 7. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • We were given training sessions on the first day to prepare us for the week ahead. A mock client pitch was also involved in the scheme, for which we were given a couple of relevant training sessions.

    4/5
  • 8. To what extent did the insight help you to understand what it would be like to have a full time role with the company or firm?

    • The mock client pitch meant we had to email round different departments within the firm to seek relevant help. This enabled us to gain an idea of what it would be like to work at the firm and the support available to us.

    5/5
  • 9. How much did the insight help you in understanding the company culture?

    • The socials, both with trainees and associates and partners were such a great way to get to know people. Moreover I took part in a sports activity and found that the associates and trainees all got on really well.

    5/5
  • 10. How valuable was the content in helping you to decide on your future career path?

    • It confirmed my desire to pursue a career in law.

    5/5

    Everything Else

  • 11. Were you paid or reimbursed adequately for this experience?

    • We were given a salary for both weeks which allowed us to cover our living and travel costs. The payment was very generous.

  • 12. Were there opportunities for networking and meeting other employees of the company or firm?

    • There were lunches and drinks put on within the firm allowing us to meet senior fee earners.

    5/5
  • 13. How were the networking/ social event opportunities?

    • I felt very relaxed during them, and everyone made a real effort to engage with us.

    5/5
  • 14. Did you find out about activities that employees can get involved in outside of work?

    • Yes, I was invited to play both netball and tag rugby.

    5/5
  • 15. Would you recommend this insight to a friend?

    • Most definitely.

    5/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

London

April 2016

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