Vacation scheme Review

by Simmons & Simmons LLP

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Rating

4.8/5
  • About You
    4.8
  • The Company
    4.7
  • Everything Else
    5.0

    About You

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

    • Everyone was very friendly, supervisors/trainnee buddies were willing to take their time to explain and answer any questions.

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

    • they really valued your presence and tried to give you real work that actually mattered, not giving you "fake" work just for the sake of keeping you busy. in particular, after my contribution to any client related work, they included you in the email to allow you to see your contribution.

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

    • willing to take their time out for you. my supervisors and trainee buddies took me out for coffee to talk to me on any issues I have etc.

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

    • definitely given lots of responsibility - have more of an understanding of how to carry out legal research, genuine insight into how law firms run as businesses etc.

    5/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?

    • sent with a schedule prior to starting the scheme so that i knew exactly what was going on.

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

    • depends on the departments, but generally very friendly, open, flat-structure

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

    • many workshops/skills sessions/ training sessions etc. this was particularly helpful because S&S's vacation scheme is 3 weeks long so I was able to make genuine contributions.

    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?

    • very!

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

    • somewhat helpful, but cultures slightly differ from departments, but overall culture is very open, friendly and very welcoming!

    4/5
  • 10. How valuable was the content in helping you to decide on your future career path?

    • Definitely enjoyed every aspect of my scheme.

    5/5

    Everything Else

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

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

    • all it took was for you to go and speak to them, or email them to ask if they have any time - more than happy to take their time to meet you.

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

    • a diverse range. particularly enjoyed the pedibus!

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

    • pro bono works; sports teams

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

    • I loved the firm! they were very friendly, and everyone as very genuine people!!

    5/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Legal/Law

London

July 2013

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