Summer Scheme Student Review

by Nabarro (now CMS)

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Rating

4.4/5
  • About You
    4.0
  • The Company
    4.3
  • Everything Else
    4.8

    About You

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

    • It reminded me why, and how much, I want to be a lawyer. Everyone here seems to enjoy their jobs, making me very enthusiastic and excited about my future.

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

    • People at every level have made time for me, whether that be a trainee or a partner.

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

    • Everyone within the firm was genuinely happy to help at all times, meaning that I was never scared to ask questions or go to someone for advice.

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

    • It's been a great way to put my law degree into context - law is much more interesting in practice!!

    4/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?

    • I don't think I would make any changes! There has been a great balance of desk time, insight into the firm, and of course social events. It's been a fairly full on 3 weeks, but I certainly feel like I've got the most out of the scheme.

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

    • One of the friendliest work places I've ever come across!

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

    • Project Nabarro was particularly beneficial - it gave us the opportunity to develop our team work, organisation and presenting skills.

    3/5
  • 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?

    • Sitting with an associate gave me a great idea of life at the firm. Also, spending 3 weeks within one department gave me a much clearer idea of a lawyer's life than I could have gained in just one or two weeks.

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

    • Exposure to genuine client work, as well as a variety of networking and social opportunities mean that we gained a great understanding of what Nabarro is about.

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

    • My career path was already decided, however this scheme definitely confirmed it.

    4/5

    Everything Else

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

    • £250 per week - several meals were also provided at social events and breakfast meetings too.

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

    • There were plenty of opportunities to meet employees, and even if this wasn't enough, the firm's open door policy meant that everyone was more than happy to have a chat!

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

    • Particular favourites were bowling, kareoke and pub quiz - even the partners got involved!

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

    • Trainees were always happy to talk about what they got involved in. We were also given briefings on areas such as volunteering, pro bono and contact Nabarro.

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

    • Absolutely, the scheme has exceeded my expectations.

    5/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

London

July 2013

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