Student Review

by Mayer Brown International LLP

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Rating

3.9/5
  • About You
    3.9
  • The Company
    3.6
  • Everything Else
    4.5

    About You

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

    • I enjoyed the interactions with trainees, partners and the graduate recruitment team. Several partners of the firm attended the networking lunch, which was fantastic and rare at most law firm open days. The commercial awareness session was also quite helpful.

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

    • The firm was very welcoming. The litigation partner, Alistair Graham, who gave the introduction speech was very enthusiastic.

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

    • The graduate recruitment team was very kind in answering questions I had regarding the application process.

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

    • 3/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?

    • The day was well structured with presentations from different partners in the morning, followed by trainees session, lunch, tour of the office and skills session. The skills session was a bit rushed. I felt that it would be great to have more time for the analysis presentation so that everyone in the group could get a chance to present.

    4/5
  • 6. How was the general atmosphere during your insight?

    • We were able to learn more about Mayer Brown in a relaxed, yet engaging environment.

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

    • The open day was a great opportunity to learn more about the firm first-hand before applying for a vacation scheme.

    4/5
  • 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?

    • Talking to the trainees gave me a better understanding of what it would be like to be a trainee at the firm and the work it will entail. I had the opportunity to talk to a trainee in the Real Estate seat, which is an area of my interest.

    4/5
  • 9. How much did the insight help you in understanding the company culture?

    • Everyone I had met was friendly and positive, which shows that they are happy to be working at the firm.

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

    • I have no doubt that I want to pursue a career in commercial law. The content of the day was helpful in deciding whether Mayer Brown could potentially be a firm I see myself working at.

    4/5

    Everything Else

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

    • I will be reimbursed for travel expenses.

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

    • Yes, I met partners, trainees and two members of the graduate recruitment team.

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

    • The networking lunch was excellent. Though it was a bit of a challenge holding a plate for a prolonged period of time and trying to eat without a table to rest the plate on.

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

    • Yes- sports teams, pro-bono work, and social events.

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

    • Yes if they are interested in a global commercial law firm.

    5/5
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Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Scotland

December 2014

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