Vacation Scheme Student Review

by CMS

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Rating

4.5/5
  • About You
    4.5
  • The Company
    4.7
  • Everything Else
    4.4

    About You

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

    • The two weeks of work experience was great, everyone was really friendly and you got a good insight into the firm. I would recommend it to anyone who wants to do a vacation scheme at a law firm. It was really well organised and run.

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

    • It is difficult to feel like a full member of the team as you are not yet a qualified lawyer, however everyone was really inclusive and willing to explain things to you, You also received feedback on your work, which was really helpful, and was thanked when you did a good job, which was really nice.

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

    • Graduate recruitment are always available to talk to if you need support or have queries and your training buddy/supervisor/ person setting the work are all approachable and willing to answer questions.

    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 interview process, presentation and general work are all useful experiences to have.

    4/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?

    • The only suggestion was they could have had the dinner social/ presentation spread out a bit more, but besides from this there was a good mix of partner presentations, socials and working in your department.

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

    • Everyone regardless of who they were or what they did within CMS was really friendly and approachable. It made it a really nice atmosphere to have work experience in.

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

    • People gave you feedback on your work and advice and so this was helpful. Obviously for a two week placement it is not going to be huge but they gave you the best view and oppurtunities they could.

    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?

    • It gave a great if a bit short insight into the firm and what it is like to work there.

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

    • It was a great insight into the culture of the firm (and how nice it is!)

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

    • It wasn't valuable in the sense in which I know I already want to pursue a future career in law but it was good at persuading me to pursue it even more.

    5/5

    Everything Else

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

    • I was paid £500 for two weeks, which is enough to cover

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

    • Yes, you attend presentations where you meet partners/associates/trainees/employees from different parts of the firm. There are also social oppurtunities to meet trainees.

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

    • There was a dinner scoial, a cocktail social and a drinks social so plenty of oppurtunities.

    3/5
  • 14. Did you find out about activities that employees can get involved in outside of work?

    • Yes, there was a presentation on CSR and pro bono work.

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

    • Yes

    5/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

London

June 2015

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