Summer Scheme Student Review

by Nabarro (now CMS)

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Rating

4.4/5
  • The Role
    4.6
  • The Company
    4.2
  • The Culture
    4.5

    The Role

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

    • It was an absolutely amazing experience, and I was sad when it had to end!

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

    • They treated me very much as a trainee at the firm, including me in every aspect of work possible.

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

    • My supervisor was so laid back, but offered great advice and was always there if I needed help.

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

    • There were a few ocassions when the work slowed down, but having to participate in Project Nabarro meant I always had something to do.

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

    • I was given numerous research tasks to complete, and also my own file to analyse and report back to my supervisor, meaning I had ample responsibility.

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

    • The training I had here in my first week was the best I have ever had, and has actually prepared me for my university studies in my final year.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • The atmosphere was very friendly and relaxed even when tight deadlines were approaching.

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

    • Everyone knew where they were supposed to be, and what their deadlines for Project Nabarro were.

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

    • We had 3 separate training sessions with Westlaw, LexisNexis and PLC, just to make sure we could handle the research aspect of the vac scheme.

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

    • Subsidised Canteen

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

    • Out of 10 vacation scheme students, only 5 will get a training contract, leaving the odds at 50%.

    3/5

    The Culture

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

    • We all really enjoyed each others company and became good friends.

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

    • The cost of living in Sheffield and socialising is very cheap when compared to London.

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

    • There are clubs and bars for every taste.

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

    • They have numerous sports teams, as well as numerous volunteering activities that can be done individually and as part of a Nabarro team.

    4/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Legal/Law

Yorkshire and Humberside

August 2012

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