Summer Scheme Review

I have thoroughly enjoyed working at Nabarro. The HR team strike an excellent balance between hard work during the day, and a busy calendar of social events in the evenings. This helps the vac schemers to feel busy and productive, but relaxed and able to have fun with their new colleagues too.

I definitely felt valued in my department. The work I was given was challenging and served a real purpose, which I feel gave me great insight into the life of a trainee. Everyone I have met at the firm has been friendly and easy to get along with.

We received two days of induction training before starting work in our departments. We continued to have access to all forms of support and guidance throughout the scheme, from IT and research help to guidance from our allocated supervisor and buddy.

I certainly feel like the skills I have learnt during my time at Nabarro will be invaluable for my future career. Despite coming from a non-law and non-business background, this experience has allowed me to quickly learn a lot of legal and commercial terms.

The HR team have provided us with a carefully considered, well balanced structure throughout the scheme. From comprehensive training, through to the organised social events, our three weeks has run completely smoothly, allowing us to learn new skills quickly, and have plenty of fun too.

The general atmosphere amongst the vac schemers and the rest of the firm has been excellent. There has certainly been a genuine sense of positivity and enthusiasm throughout.

The firm invested a lot in terms of training. The first two days provided a thorough induction process, and we were kept up-to-date with our progress throughout the scheme, for instance with a buddy lunch and an appraisal meeting with my supervisor.

I feel like I now have a very clear idea of what it would be like to work at Nabarro, in terms of the work, the hours, and the culture.

The firm's friendly, supportive culture has been evident throughout my scheme, in every aspect of the work and social life that I have experienced.

Very valuable. My time at Nabarro has certainly confirmed for me that I would like to pursue a career in law.

Paid, but not reimbursed travel expenses etc. This is not a great problem though, as the pay covers the cost of travel and living in itself.

Yes, there were several. I was able to meet people from all levels of the firm, from trainees to partners, across many departments.

The networking and social activities were great fun. Over the course of three weeks, we have enjoyed bowling, karaoke, battle of the bands, a pub quiz, a networking event with Knight Frank interns, and a partner dinner.

Yes, we were briefed in a breakfast meeting about opportunities for charity work, volunteering, and pro bono clinics in the community.

Absolutely.