Vacation Scheme Student Review

by Nabarro (now CMS)

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

Rating

4.5/5
  • About You
    4.0
  • The Company
    4.6
  • Everything Else
    4.9

    About You

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

    • The late nights and early mornings were a real challenge, but by mid second week I had got into the routine. The scheme definitely gives you a real perspective of life as a trainee solicitor and I thoroughly enjoyed the experience.

    4/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued during your time at the company or firm?

    • From the moment I arrived into my department, I felt valued - I was given all the responsibility I could handle. Everyone at the firm was really friendly and made an effort to make me feel welcome.

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

    • I had the best supervisor, hands down and a really nice buddy. All in all, I felt well looked after.

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

    • All the new skills I learnt would definitely help me succeed as a solicitor but probably not much transferrable to degree level.

    3/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?

    • It was excellent! There was a genuine effort made. Everything was well organised and attended. I understand why the scheme wins so many awards.

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

    • The firm definitely does not have a type. That was reflected by our intake. It made for a great vacation scheme.

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

    • The first two days were non-stop training. I couldn't ask for more.

    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 really insightful. As I mentioned earlier, everything was tailored around creating the realest possible experience.

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

    • 3 weeks is too long to keep up an act. The firm's friendly, approachable, collegiate culture is genuine. It would be a great place to work.

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

    • I pretty much knew this was the career for me beforehand, this served to reinforce that.

    4/5

    Everything Else

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

    • I think travel fees should be covered. I know a few interns were out of pocket despite being paid.

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

    • Yes, everyone was so eager to get to know us. It was great.

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

    • A wide variety, although it would have been nice to have more sports related events or even outings on the town but that proabably is expecting too much.

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

    • Breakfast briefings and general chats kept me well informed.

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

    • If you're up for a challenge, this is the place to be.

    5/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Business Operations, Commercial Law, Corporate Law, Customer Service, Property Management

London

July 2013

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