Placement Scheme Student Review

by Stephenson Harwood

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Rating

4.7/5
  • About You
    4.8
  • The Company
    4.6
  • Everything Else
    4.9

    About You

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

    • It was really enjoyable. The talks on different practice areas were of a high standard and the tasks we were given were challenging but accessible. The social events on 3 of the 5 days made the virtual vacation scheme really fun and showed the human, less serious side to the firm.

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

    • I felt valued. Everyone on the scheme took you and your thoughts seriously. They encouraged you to show the best of yourself.

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

    • The learning and development team were on hand to answer any questions. My trainee buddy was really helpful and got me involved in some real work which was fascinating.

    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 learnt a lot during the week. My understanding of commercial law and the different practice areas within it has increased considerably. So has my confidence in high pressure situations - such as the mid-week assessment centre.

    5/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?

    • Very well structured, a lot was packed into the week.

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

    • It was a very positive and motivating atmosphere. Everyone participating was highly engaged and that meant everyone got a lot out of the scheme.

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

    • The firm gave all the placement scheme students a great insight into the firm. I received some useful feedback from my trainee buddy on some work I did for him.

    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 vac scheme gave me a really good insight into the work the firm does, as well as its strategy, practice strengths and culture. I got a taste of typical trainee work as well which was good.

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

    • The social events in particular at the end of the working day gave a great insight into an open and welcoming firm.

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

    • I thoroughly enjoyed the scheme and it reaffirmed my ambition to become a commercial lawyer.

    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?

    • Yes there were social events and one on one chats with an associate and trainee.

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

    • Relaxed and organic.

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

    • Yes there was a significant portion of the week dedicated to D&I and CSR.

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

    • Definitely.

    5/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

South East

July 2020

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