Vacation Scheme Student Review

by Nabarro (now CMS)

This review was submitted over 4 years ago, so some of the information it contains may no longer be relevant.

Rating

4.2/5
  • About You
    3.9
  • The Company
    4.3
  • Everything Else
    4.5

    About You

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

    • A really enjoyable three weeks, from the interesting and sometimes challenging work to the brilliant socials and really friendly people. They spoil you with cooked breakfasts and nights out as well!

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

    • Most people are really friendly, particularly the more junior members of staff. Trainees are always willing to help or just chat. Partners are mostly busy and often don't have time to look at work they have asked you to do.

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

    • Trainee buddy to help you with the easier questions about formatting, the computer system etc. so you don't feel like you are annoying your supervisor, and people giving you work are always happy to explain in detail so you know the wider picture.

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

    • The research and knowledge skills will help in future. Some more mundane scheduling tasks not so much.

    4/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?

    • Mainly kept busy in the office, especially helps if your supervisor has lots for you to do. Seamless social calendar from breakfasts to evenings.

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

    • The department was friendly and got on really well with each other. Everyone on the scheme got on well and went out for drinks often after work.

    4/5
  • 7. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • I can't imagine how much it costs them to put us up, consider our lack of real practical skills!

    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?

    • Being there for three weeks, sitting with your supervisor and getting to know everyone up to Partners you get a great understanding of the roles in the firm.

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

    • Slightly less than "extremely helpful" because they are moving offices soon.

    4/5
  • 10. How valuable was the content in helping you to decide on your future career path?

    • 4/5

    Everything Else

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

    • I was paid an ample amount considering how much they invest in putting events on.

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

    • Great social calendar.

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

    • Really fun bowling, pub quiz and Partner dinner as well as department drinks every so often.

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

    • Yes e.g. through breakfast briefings.

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

    • Yes, definitely for anyone looking to go into a commercial law firm.

    5/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

London

July 2014

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