Spring Vacation Scheme Review

by Simmons & Simmons LLP

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Rating

4.6/5
  • About You
    4.6
  • The Company
    4.7
  • Everything Else
    4.5

    About You

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy the insight?

    • It was a really great way to get to know the firm.

    5/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued during your time at the company or firm?

    • Everyone was really friendly and gave me lots to do - there was never a dull moment.

    5/5
  • 3. How much guidance/support did you receive during the insight?

    • My supervisor gave me lots of support and help if I was unsure of anything.

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

    • It gave me a really good insight in to the firm, and also what life is like in a law firm.

    5/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?

    • Everything was really well organised, and there was a good balance between time spent in departments and talks.

    5/5
  • 6. How was the general atmosphere during your insight?

    • Really great! Would definitely recommend applying to the scheme!

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

    • We were given regular talks and also were able to attend some of the trainee training.

    5/5
  • 8. To what extent did the insight help you to understand what it would be like to have a full time role with the company or firm?

    • Was a really good insight in to what life is like at the firm.

    5/5
  • 9. How much did the insight help you in understanding the company culture?

    • Was very helpful - was able to get a really good idea of the culture.

    5/5
  • 10. How valuable was the content in helping you to decide on your future career path?

    • Very useful!

    5/5

    Everything Else

  • 11. Were you paid or reimbursed adequately for this experience?

    • I was paid for the internship.

  • 12. Were there opportunities for networking and meeting other employees of the company or firm?

    • Yes, there were evening drinks and a networking session.

    5/5
  • 13. How were the networking/ social event opportunities?

    • Really good way to chat to the trainees about their experiences.

    4/5
  • 14. Did you find out about activities that employees can get involved in outside of work?

    • There's lots to get involved in - was able to learn about the different sports teams and other social activities.

    5/5
  • 15. Would you recommend this insight to a friend?

    • Definitely!

    5/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

London

April 2014

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