Vacation Placement Review

by Shoosmiths

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Rating

5/5
  • About You
    5.0
  • The Company
    5.0
  • Everything Else
    5.0

    About You

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

    • Very welcoming and friendly staff; great work given; open office

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

    • I didn't feel like a burden at all. Staff made the time to come and talk to me. Also ensured I had work to do for the week

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

    • My host was advising me throughout the week

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

    • Developed research skills and commercial awareness

    5/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?

    • Shoosmiths planned beforehand what work I will be doing

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

    • Friendly and welcoming

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

    • They gave me work to do which was designed to think like a Shoosmiths lawyer

    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?

    • Got a complete insight into what life would be like including the work and atmosphere

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

    • Non-stuffy and open office

    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?

    • Standard fixed amount.

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

    • Lunch opportunities and other staff made time to socialise

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

    • Lunch with trainee solicitors

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

    • Received emails of social events

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

    • Great working environment and good quality work

    5/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

South East

July 2014

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