Vacation Scheme Review

by Womble Bond Dickinson

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Rating

3.6/5
  • The Role
    3.6
  • The Company
    3.5
  • The Culture
    3.9

    The Role

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

    • Fantastic environment to work in- interesting work and supportive and welcoming teams.

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

    • Everyone was very welcoming and encouraging, trainees were particularly great.

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

    • Very approachable.

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

    • Closely monitored by supervisor. Never unmanageable

    3/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • Everything is checked before it goes out.

    2/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • Great basic skills learnt to carry on throughout career as a trainee and beyond

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Pleasant and welcoming

    3/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • Extremely well organised with good balance of social events

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

    • No payment for the fortnight but expenses covered. IT training and review with supervisor.

    3/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Sports and Social Club

    Company Parties/Events
    2/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Bond Pearce would be a great firm to work in

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Trainees have a great social scene

    4/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • Bristol is expensive but a great place to live

    4/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Fantastic city

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

    • Plenty going on- sports and social

    4/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Legal/Law

Wales

August 2010

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