Trainee Case Handler Review

by Shoosmiths

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Rating

3/5
  • The Role
    3.3
  • The Company
    2.7
  • The Culture
    3.1

    The Role

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?

    • Its been a rollercoaster but I've enjoyed it all.

    5/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • It varies from person to person.

    3/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • Again this varies from person to person.

    3/5
  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

    • I am incredibly busy on a daily basis but it makes the day go really quickly.

    3/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • Different departments have treated me differently in this respect.

    3/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • The personal and professional lessons I have learnt during my time at Shoosmiths are invaluable.

    5/5

    The Company

  • 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

    • Work and play were evenly balanced.

    3/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • HR ran it smoothly but there were some cracks.

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

    • Some people invested a lot more than others. I wish this was more consistant.

    3/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • 3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • It would be a fabulous firm to carve a career with.

    3/5

    The Culture

  • 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?

    • I got on with all the other placement students sooooo well.

    5/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • Rent took most of my money before I had a shot at socialising!

    3/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Northampton isn't exactly 'Buzzing' but it is what you make it!

    3/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • 3/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Commercial Law

East of England

November 2013

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