Vacation scheme student Review

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Rating

4.4/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    4.5
  • The Culture
    4.3

    The Role

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?

    • It was a great experience! The vacation scheme task that ran throughout the placement was really fun and taught me a great deal about a commercial law firm.

    4/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • I really did feel one of the team! From trainee level to partners - everyone was happy to answer my questions.

    5/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • When ever I needed it! They were very supportive and approachable.

    5/5
  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

    • Very busy! If i wasnt helping out with the projects that were going on I was busy with my presentation on sports law.

    5/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • I felt challeneged but never outside of my comfort zone.

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

    • I developed my communication skills and ability to prioritise - learning to always ask how quickly a collegue needed the work to be completed.

    4/5

    The Company

  • 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

    • There was a good balance. I worked in the Corporate department so everyone worked hard but there was also great banter!

    4/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • Very well!

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

    • A great deal. I was asked for feedback and felt it was really valued!

    5/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Flexi Time

    Sports and Social Club

    Above 25 days holiday
    5/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • They really push for people who are innovative and creative!

    5/5

    The Culture

  • 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?

    • I went to a Corporate event and had drinks after work with collegues - I really felt part of the team.

    5/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • It was in Milton Keynes so reasonable compared to London!

    4/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • The Hub! Really good and diverse.

    5/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • Sports, drinks, etc

    4/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Commercial Banking, Investment Banking

East Midlands

November 2011

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