Vacation Placement Student Review

by Pinsent Masons LLP

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Rating

4.1/5
  • About You
    3.6
  • The Company
    4.5
  • Everything Else
    4.0

    About You

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

    • I enjoyed the placement very much, although I found the first week a bit intimidating I definitely settled in after that.

    3/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued during your time at the company or firm?

    • I always felt that my work was appreciated and looked at. I never felt that I was doing remidal tasks.

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

    • My trainee buddy and supervisor were incredibly supportive about any queries I had.

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

    • It has taught me what is relevant in my future studies and how what I learn at University applies in the work place.

    5/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?

    • We had a timetable for each day so everyone knew where they had to be at what times.

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

    • Everyone was really friendly and welcoming.

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

    • I received extensive training on my first day especially. The firm spent a lot of time teaching us about the values of the firm and the working culture. We were trained throughout the placement.

    3/5
  • 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?

    • The work that I undertook was very similar to what I would be doing if I join the firm as a trainee solicitor.

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

    • Being integrated in the company gave a great insight to the culture of the fim.

    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?

    • I was paid full time wages

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

    • There were many social events organised. These allowed us to meet people from all areas of the firm.

    4/5
  • 13. How were the networking/ social event opportunities?

    • There were social events arranged regularly. They were well organised and a lot of fun.

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

    • We heard about outside initiatives that the firm run such as the Corporate Responsibility aspects.

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

    • Yes, i tis a good way to learn about working in a commercial law firm environment.

    3/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Scotland

August 2014

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