Summer 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

4.4/5
  • The Role
    4.6
  • The Company
    4.4
  • The Culture
    4.3

    The Role

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

    • Extremely impressive placement. Interesting, rewarding and above all enjoyable.

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

    • Everyone was extremely friendly at all times. Really felt like part of the team.

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

    • Supervisor very good. Everyone in department approachable and happy to help r answer any questions.

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

    • Very good balance. Busy but not overwhelmed.

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

    • Considering the short period of time and position, I feel I was given responsibilitiy over some difficult tasks.

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

    • I think 'Skills For Life' accureately sums up this answer. Have acquired skills and techniques which will be invaluable in my career.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • There was a proffessional yet friendlty atmosphere. Spot on.

    4/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • Everyone worked incredibly well. Never any issues or problems. Exceptionally well organised.

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

    • 4/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Company Parties/Events

    Healthcare from home
    5/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Extremely high retention rate of summer students. One of the highest in the city. This filters through to the work you are given and how you are treated.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Met more or less every day with the other students for lunch and would often go for drinks or coffee after work. Often socialised ooutside of hours with colleagues as well either with current trainees or within the department.

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

    • I commuted in every day. General costs were pretty good for London.

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

    • Really good ! Headed over to Covent Garden one day after work and had some drinks whilst watching the street performers...awesome !

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

    • I had lots of opportunities. Notably, playing football with the current trainees. I also attended a Pro Bono LawWorks session at a local community centre and gave some free legal advice.

    5/5
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Internship (1 Month+)

London

July 2010

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