Vacation Scheme Review

by CMS

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Rating

4/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    4.0
  • The Culture
    3.6

    The Role

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

    • Absolutely brilliant two weeks. Great people, really well structured scheme and a breadth of real, challenging work- Highly recommended!

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

    • What stands CMS out from other firms that I have interned at is that everyone I met knew who the interns were and tried their hardest to make us feel welcome (through giving us work, explaining what they do, helping wherever possible). There is a real enthusiasm that flows through the firm.

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

    • As above...But its worth noting that the HR/Recruitment team that organises the vacation scheme were brilliant.

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

    • Never had longer than twenty minutes without some work to get on with (Not photocopying!)

    4/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • It's difficult to really assume responsibility when you aren't qualified to do so. However, we were involved in real work and were given real trainee tasks as much of the work is filtered through from the trainees around you.

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

    • It will give you a very realistic insight into the life of a commercial, city solicitor and for anyone who is considering going into this side of the law, it's invaluable experience.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • Enthusiastic, friendly and professional.

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

    • A very well structured two weeks.

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

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

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Company Parties/Events
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • 5/5

    The Culture

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

    • 4/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • Expensive, it's London. However, the firm do their best to help you out by taking you out for a meal, bowling, lunches etc.

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

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

    • 4/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Legal/Law

London

July 2012

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