Vacation Scheme Student Review

by Mayer Brown International LLP

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Rating

4.3/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    4.8
  • The Culture
    3.8

    The Role

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

    • The work was varied and interesting with much support given. he social events also really welcomed us into the firm, with many opportunities to meet trainees and partners on a more informal basis.

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

    • I found that everyone was willing to support me and answer any queries I had - legal or otherwise. I also found that partners were willing to take time out of their busy schedules to give me feedback on my written work.

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

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

    • There was enough work given to keep me challenged and stimulated. But at the same time vac schemers were not encouraged to stay late. Social events also kept us busy.

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

    • I felt I was given a lot of responsibility, but this was combined with a high level of support.

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

    • I learnt alot about what is what like to work in a international commericial law firm and this experience proven to be invaluable when deciding where to accept a training contract.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • There was a genuine open door policy in the office and everyone was approachable and friendly. Yet at the same time everyone worked hard.

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

    • There seemed to be the perfect balance between social events and actually gaining work experience. 'Breakfast briefings' where we received an introduction to various departments also proved to be especially useful.

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

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

    • Subsidised Canteen

    International Travel

    Company Parties/Events
    5/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • 5/5

    The Culture

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

    • All the vac schemers got on well, thus social events were always enjoyable. Many of us are still in touch

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

    • Social events were mainly organised and paid for by the firm which was fantastic. But of course, living and socialising in central London is always going to be fairly expensive.

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

    • We were introduced to some nice pubs and bars

    4/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • 4/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

London

July 2010

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