Vacation Scheme 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

4.2/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    4.2
  • The Culture
    4.0

    The Role

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

    • The programme was packed with networking events, departmental briefings, firm drinks and socials. The level of responsibility I received throughout the three weeks took me by surprise.

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

    • Having an assigned supervisor and buddy in place ensures that the students can have any queries answered.

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

    • My supervisor in particular would give me a briefing most mornings over a coffee. He provided me with valuable advice in working for a commercial law firm.

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

    • Having sat in the Banking and Finance department, I was extremely busy. Particularly so when a deal was close to completion. On average, I would work from 9am to 7am.

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

    • Towards the end, as I grew into the role and the department realised my potential; I was given the opportunity to advise clients on certain matters.

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

    • The placement has given me the necessary hunger to go and finish my last year at University in style. I have developed my communicational skills, time management and be able to provide clearer, more condensed legal advice.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • A very friendly atmosphere which struck the balance between professionalism and friendliness.

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

    • The programme was set up perfectly. The induction was not too long or too short and we were able to get working in our departments from the offset. The programme ensured that we could meet everyone at the firm whilst doing department work.

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

    • We had briefing talks in the mornings which gave us information regarding each seat at the firm. The range of work I had in my seat ensured that I have developed throughout the scheme.

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

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

    • Very appealing as they are one of the very few firms take on trainees exclusively from the placement.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • We got on very well. We would go out as one big group on a Friday night and we all will stay in touch in the future.

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

    • As to be expected. Standard London prices.

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

    • A wide-range of pubs with Leicester Square being incredibly close via tube or bus.

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

    • There were countless opportunities. The ten pin bowling and karaoke social was a true highlight.

    5/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

London

August 2012

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