Summer Vacation Scheme Review
by CMS
This review was submitted over 4 years ago, so some of the information it contains may no longer be relevant.
Rating
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The Role
4.3
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The Company
4.3
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The Culture
4.0
- 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?
- 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?
- 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?
- 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?
- 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?
- 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?
- 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?
- 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?
- 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
- 10. What were the perks on your work placement?
- 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?
- 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?
- 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?
- 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?
- 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?
The Role
Very enjoyable. Great people, a great chance to get to know the firm, and a wide range of activities to give you a flavour of what life is like at CMS.
Very much valued. You are paired up with a trainee buddy and you are sat with a supervisor - an associate or a partner. You are made to feel welcome from day one. My buddy and supervisor along with others in the firm have taken time to explain things where required. For work you complete, you are thanked.
As above, plenty of support and guidance is given.
For me, it was a good balance. I always had work and had to manage my time accordingly but I never struggled or had too much.
As much as could be expected. I was given a range of work, there were basic tasks such as printing/indexing, but I also got to try my hand at some interesting drafting and research as well as some important proof reading for a partner.
It taught me a lot about what life was like at CMS, I think the training here is excellent.
The Company
Very friendly, everyone is supportive of each other. Everyone is working hard but they get on together and many socialise outside of the office too.
No complaints here, you got a clear timetable, and there was plenty organised for us.
Personal training and development is something CMS are big on.
Subsidised Canteen
Subsidised/Company Gym
International Travel
Financial Bonus
Company Parties/Events
Above 25 days holiday
Healthcare from home
You are assessed for a training contract as a part of the scheme and there is generally space for an offer for all of those who impress.
The Culture
Yes, a meal and social were organised by CMS themselves. In addition to this, the vac schemes arranged two other socials and often met up for lunch.
London prices, but not outrageous.
The pubs/bars we have visited thusfar are fine.
Yes, there are CSR opportunities, sporting opportunities. You are welcome to take part on various things while on the vac scheme.
Details
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)
Legal/Law
London
July 2012
