Vacation Scheme Student Review

by Stephenson Harwood

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Rating

3.9/5
  • The Role
    4.5
  • The Company
    4.0
  • The Culture
    2.9

    The Role

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

    • Everyone at the firm was really friendly and the week gave a great insight into the firm. The work I was given was explained well to me and my supervisors were helpful in providing feedback. A highlight was attending a client meeting, the subject matter of which was very important.

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

    • I was given work that was useful to an associate.

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

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

    • I had enough work to do but never felt stressed by the tasks given to me.

    4/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

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

    • The work I was given clarified the importance of particular skills that lawyers need and have influenced my elective choices on the LPC.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • I was invite to and attended both the department's Christmas party and the firm-wide Christmas party. Every one I came across seemed easy to get on with there seemed to be a good atmosphere among colleagues.

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

    • The placement was well structured and had a good mix of activities organised for the week, combining proper work with information sessions about the firm and social events.

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

    • There wasn't huge focus on teaching me through the work I was doing but my supervisors were happy to explain things and give feedback. The firm put together a well organised placement and put alot of effort into making it a rewarding and fun week.

    4/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Company Parties/Events
    1/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • 5/5

    The Culture

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

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

    • 2/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • 3/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • 3/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

London

January 2011

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