Vacation Scheme Student Review

by Nabarro (now CMS)

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Rating

4.3/5
  • The Role
    4.6
  • The Company
    4.3
  • The Culture
    3.9

    The Role

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

    • I found I was giving good quality work and the relevant support which meant this placement was very enjoyable.

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

    • I was quickly accepted by my colleagues and was given good support and feedback on my work which was very helpful.

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

    • Always answered my questions and made sure I had enough useful work to be getting on with. I also received good feedback on the work that I did.

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

    • I was slightly busy but that was the way that I enjoy work. I am glad I was given good quality work.

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

    • I was given as much responsibility as possible, as this was only a week this was limited, but I couldn't imagine receiving any more responsibility within my week.

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

    • Learning key research skills and very practical skills that I can take to my next placement and throughout my career

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Everyone was in a very good mood even when we were busy. It was a nice atmosphere to work in.

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

    • Very clear organisation, with timetables telling us where to be when, once an event was underway. I found that the Graduate Recruitment were very approachable.

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

    • They helped me develop my focus for undertaking a career in law. They also opened my eyes to different areas of work such as Dispute Resolution.

    4/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Company Parties/Events
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I very much enjoyed my placement with Nabarro and would hope to get a job offer from them in the future.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • The majority seemed similar to myself and very social at the pub quiz that was organised.

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

    • It is in central London so not cheap, but it was as expected.

    3/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Seemed like there were a lot of pubs and bars around but it is very close to places with great nightlife, so it wasn't an issue.

    4/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • Lots of Pro Bono work and everyone seems very friendly.

    4/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Legal/Law

London

April 2012

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