Vacation Scheme Student Review

by Linklaters

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Rating

4.2/5
  • The Role
    3.7
  • The Company
    4.7
  • The Culture
    4.4

    The Role

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

    • The work was interesting, and lots of social and networking events were organised too which helped me get to know everyone else on the scheme

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

    • Everyone was really welcoming, but it was sometimes difficult to help with work because of the technical nature of the departments

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

    • Both principals and trainee buddies were approachable and supportive, and were very open in answering questions about life at Linklaters

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

    • There were some days when there was not enough work to be done, again because of the technical nature of the work.

    3/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • A lot of the work was proof reading or research, so there was some responsibility but not a great deal.

    3/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • I did gain valuable time management and organisational skills, as well as further research skills

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • The atmosphere was really relaxed and welcoming, and there were lots of fun activities arranged.

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

    • As well as actual experience in the office, there were plenty of lectures and talks, and I was really provided with a good overview of the firm

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

    • Lots of lectures and talks were arranged, as well as plenty of networking activities.

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

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Subsidised/Company Gym

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

    • I received a training contract offer with the firm which I have accepted

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • There was lots of out of office socialising, including meals out, nights out, a duck tour on the thames and a cocktail making workshop

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

    • Not very cheap, but reasonable for London

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

    • A good range of clubs and alternative bars and pubs

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

    • Lots of fun activities were arranged such as cookery classes and treasure hunts

    4/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Legal/Law

London

October 2012

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