Easter Intern Review

by Mayer Brown International LLP

This review was submitted over 4 years ago, so some of the information it contains may no longer be relevant.

Rating

4.1/5
  • The Role
    4.0
  • The Company
    4.4
  • The Culture
    3.9

    The Role

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

    • I really enjoyed my time at Mayer Brown. The two week placement was very well run and everyone from trainees to partners made you feel very welcome. The day trip to Brussels as part of the scheme was very enjoyable, and offered the opportunity to get to know the other interns.

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

    • All those I worked with were very grateful for the efforts I put into the work I completed.

    4/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • The supervising associates I sat with in each department were very supportive and provided lots of guidance on the tasks I was undertaking. The graduate recruitment team were also in regular contact with the trainees and offered lots of support throughout the two-week placement.

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

    • There was a good balance between working hard in the office and attending various regular social events with trainees, associates, partners and various interns.

    4/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • There was lots of freedom to approach any trainees, associates or partners as you carried out your assigned tasks. Everyone was very welcoming and willing to provide you with any help they could.

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

    • The opportunity to work closely on various corporate deals offered an invaluable insight into the day-to-day tasks of a trainee solicitor.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • Everyone was very relaxed and sociable.

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

    • The placement was very well organised, including a trip to Brussels, various social events and a supportive trainee "buddy" to offer support throughout the placement.

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

    • Mayer Brown put lots of time and effort into providing all interns with an informative and enjoyable work placement.

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

    • Sports and Social Club

    Company Parties/Events
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • After completing an interview at the end of the work placement I was very pleased to accept an offer to train with the firm.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • The trip to Brussels and various lunch and drinks events provided numerous opportunities to get to know fellow interns and other trainees, associates and partners at the firm.

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

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

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

    • During my time at Mayer Brown I was able to play football with associates at the nearby football pitches, and was provided lots of information on the various pro bono activities the firm is involved with.

    4/5
    Report this review

Details

Internship (1 Month+)

London

July 2010

View More Reviews