Vacation Scheme Student Review

by Linklaters

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Rating

4.4/5
  • The Role
    4.4
  • The Company
    4.5
  • The Culture
    4.4

    The Role

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

    • Linklaters as a firm really knows how to sell itself - I am leaving feeling confident that this firm will be my first choice for training.

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

    • Everyone has been helpful and supportive - staff right up to partner level take the time to talk to you and get to know you.

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

    • The Graduate Recruitment team were always on hand to help us out.

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

    • We were kept busy with plenty of events and interesting work, but we were never expected to stay at work beyond 5.30 - unless we wanted to. The firm recognises that this is about giving us an enjoyable and insightful experience, rather than using us as slave labour!

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

    • I was given real trainee work, with the guidance of my principals.

    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 am sure that the skills I have acquired during the scheme will prove very useful, both in the final year of my degree (to come), my LPC and during my future career. I have had a great time and learned a lot about myself!

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Can't beat two socials a week (cocktail making classes, anyone?) and Friday afternoon drinks trollies in every department!

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

    • Everything was fully prepared for us - any last minute changes were notified and we were kept informed.

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

    • We enjoyed training on several different topics (20 or more sessions during the month!)

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

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Financial Bonus

    Company Parties/Events

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop

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

    • Future prospects are very appealing - but have to wait and see whether I will clinch the coveted TC offer!

    3/5

    The Culture

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

    • Great - everyone is really friendly - when a social wasn't arranged, we always went out for drinks. We also met up every weekend.

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

    • It is quite expensive, but the amenities are fantastic, so it's worth it.

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

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

    • 5/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

London

July 2010

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