vacation scheme student Review

by Herbert Smith Freehills

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Rating

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

    About You

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

    • I enjoyed the way in which the vacation scheme was organised - everyday you could learn and do something.

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

    • Even though you are a vacations scheme student, everyone at the firm makes you feel very comfortable and is very welcoming.

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

    • The use of a trainee buddy was particularly good, as you could ask them any questions and they were always willing to help.

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

    • I was able to understand more of what is required of you when undertaking the legal work

    5/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?

    • The feedback was very useful and it allowed you to ensure you improved next time.

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

    • Open and friendly atmosphere.

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

    • Training session held almost everyday.

    5/5
  • 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?

    • I was able to understand the function and wider role of each department.

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

    • A lot.

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

    • Very useful, especially regarding the practice areas.

    5/5

    Everything Else

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

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

    • I was able to meet loads of people.

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

    • Very good, got to talk to different people of different levels at the firm.

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

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

    • 5/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

London

July 2019

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