Spring Vacation Scheme Review

by Baker McKenzie

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Rating

4.3/5
  • About You
    4.1
  • The Company
    4.9
  • Everything Else
    4.6

    About You

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

    • It was a very enjoyable two weeks; we all felt like we got to know a lot about the firm and its culture and were given interesting work to do while we were there. The social side of the vac scheme was also really good!

    4/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued during your time at the company or firm?

    • Rather than doing photocopying or making bundles, we were given really interesting work to do and so we really gained a valuable insight into the type of work that our chosen departments are involved in.

    4/5
  • 3. How much guidance/support did you receive during the insight?

    • We were each given a supervisor (either a partner or an associate) as well as a trainee buddy who were responsible for giving us work each week. The HR team and other trainees were also always available if we had any problems or questions.

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

    • 5/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?

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

    • There were a lot of fun social events organised throughout the two weeks, such as a curry night and bowling and karaoke, which meant that we got to know the HR team and the other vac schemers and trainees really well from the start. It made such a difference being able to come into work and seeing friendly faces! Everyone, including Partners and Associates, were very friendly and welcoming and we felt that we could ask them questions at all times.

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

    • 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?

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

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

    • 5/5

    Everything Else

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

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

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

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

    • 4/5
  • 15. Would you recommend this insight to a friend?

    • 5/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

London

April 2014

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