Vacation Scheme Student Review

by Stephenson Harwood

This review was submitted over 4 years ago, so some of the information it contains may no longer be relevant.

Rating

4.9/5
  • About You
    5.0
  • The Company
    4.8
  • Everything Else
    5.0

    About You

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy the insight?

    • I had a really, really great two weeks at the firm.

    5/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued during your time at the company or firm?

    • Each department clearly had a different way of working, but the common theme was one of feeling genuinely valued and your efforts appreciated.

    5/5
  • 3. How much guidance/support did you receive during the insight?

    • I asked for support when I felt it was needed - everyone was incredibly approachable.

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

    • I think it will hopefully help to me a secure a training contract.

    5/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?

    • Very well structured - practice group talks were a good way to kick off the start to the day.

    5/5
  • 6. How was the general atmosphere during your insight?

    • One of working very hard, yet being remarkably open, friendly and approachable.

    4/5
  • 7. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • More so than I was expecting.

    5/5
  • 8. To what extent did the insight help you to understand what it would be like to have a full time role with the company or firm?

    • It was a real eye-opener - very much decided that it was the right place for me.

    5/5
  • 9. How much did the insight help you in understanding the company culture?

    • We heard from a range of different employees which was useful when trying to get an impression of the firm's culture as a whole.

    5/5
  • 10. How valuable was the content in helping you to decide on your future career path?

    • Invaluable.

    5/5

    Everything Else

  • 11. Were you paid or reimbursed adequately for this experience?

    • £260 a week.

  • 12. Were there opportunities for networking and meeting other employees of the company or firm?

    • Plenty and at all levels within the firm.

    5/5
  • 13. How were the networking/ social event opportunities?

    • Trainee drinks and then a night out following the assessment centre.

    5/5
  • 14. Did you find out about activities that employees can get involved in outside of work?

    • Yes, by word of mouth.

    5/5
  • 15. Would you recommend this insight to a friend?

    • 100% yes.

    5/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

London

April 2013

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