Summer Scheme Student Review

by Nabarro (now CMS)

This review was submitted over 4 years ago, so some of the information it contains may no longer be relevant.

Rating

4.3/5
  • The Role
    4.4
  • The Company
    4.3
  • The Culture
    4.0

    The Role

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

    • It was a great environment to work in; there was always something going on and lots of friendly faces.

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

    • Much more so at the end of the scheme - I feel that we had a chance to build up a relationship; that's why having 3 weeks is better.

    4/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • My supervisor was always there to lend a hand or explain anything I was challenged by.

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

    • Some really hectic days, some slower days - but never bored!

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

    • Far more that I had expected.

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

    • Some fantastic legal research training - I have done UK legal research for 2 years, and hadn't been doing i right!

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Hard working, serious, but friendly at the same time. Everyone would always say hello to each other!

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

    • There was a great schedule, and I felt like I knew what I was doing. The socials were brilliant, there was a good introduction to the whole firm and not just the department that I was sitting in. We were introduced to all the people who we would need help from (the Knowledge team) at the beginning, and given essential skills. It was fantastically organised. The HR team did a great job. Perfect.

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

    • I felt valued, and as if the Nabarro wanted me to succeed. Being given research and IT training, as well as the opportunity to network and meet future and current trainees at social events, I felt that Nabarro couldn't have done more to make me part of the team, given the shorter space of time.

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

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Company Parties/Events

    Healthcare from home
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Everyone on the scheme is really brilliant, and I could see any of them fitting in - that's why it's so hard to guess! Fingers crossed, though...

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • Everyone was up for a good night out, and we had quite a few! Between the organised socials and ones that just 'happened' after work, I spent most evenings with Nabarro or the other students on the scheme.

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

    • The center of London's never going to be cheap, but it was good for what it was. Living was expensive - but I chose a place close to work, so I didn't have to catch the tube or pay for that.

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

    • Good bars, pubs and restaurants. Plenty of other nightlife around, as well, if you wanted that.

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

    • We had a lot of socials, which were great. It would have been good to experience pro bono activities - whilst I didn't get a chance to do so, some of the other students did and said that they really enjoyed it.

    4/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

London

July 2012

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