Spring Vacation Scheme Review

by Simmons & Simmons LLP

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Rating

4.2/5
  • About You
    4.3
  • The Company
    4.5
  • Everything Else
    3.8

    About You

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

    • Thoroughly enjoyed all elements of the week. A friendly and professional firm that made work a pleasure.

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

    • I felt very at home after only have been at the firm for a week.

    4/5
  • 3. How much guidance/support did you receive during the insight?

    • My supervisor was very attentive and provided ample feedback

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

    • Invaluable experience of life at a commercial law firm.

    4/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?

    • A perfect balance of freedom and structure.

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

    • I thoroughly enjoyed the week.

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

    • I attended multiple training sessions from both the department and graduate recruitment.

    4/5
  • 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?

    • I will definitely apply for Simmons & Simmons

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

    • The firm was very friendly and the open door policy is fully implemented.

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

    • Encouraged me to peruse a career in commercial law.

    4/5

    Everything Else

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

    • I felt the sum was adequate.

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

    • Speed networking event was very helpful

    4/5
  • 13. How were the networking/ social event opportunities?

    • Would have liked a few more social events

    4/5
  • 14. Did you find out about activities that employees can get involved in outside of work?

    • There wasnt a lot of information on this element

    3/5
  • 15. Would you recommend this insight to a friend?

    • Definitely!

    5/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Corporate Law

London

April 2013

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