Vacation Scheme Student Review

My experience at Taylor Wessing was extremely enjoyable. The work was stimulating and the people were extremely welcoming. The vacation scheme was well organised and we were given an insight into a range of different work that the firm does and were able to meet many people in different departments. My supervisors and trainee 'buddies' were always on hand for advice and involved me in a range of different work and projects. Overall, I had a fantastic time.

Everybody who I met was extremely kind and always offering help and advice. I felt valued in both the projects that I was involved in and in the departments as a whole. I felt that the work I completed was genuinely appreciated and could see how it was contributing to best serving the firm's clients.

Throughout the scheme I received guidance from a whole range of people. The Human Resources and Graduate Recruitment departments were continually providing support throughout the two weeks and always on hand to offer advice. I was also allocated a supervisor for each week and a trainee 'buddy'. This system worked really well as there were a range of people within the firm who I could speak to directly for support and guidance. Moreover, everyone else who I approached throughout my two weeks was willing to give advice and support.

I was given a range of work and projects to do throughout the two weeks. From drafting to researching to writing memos and emails, I learnt a wide range of skills which will be extremely useful for my career in law. Moreover, we were required to do a presentation which was fantastic for improving our teamwork and presentation skills. Also, I received very helpful feedback from my supervisor and other people who I completed work for. For example, my supervisor gave me advice on writing internal and external emails which I put into practice throughout my time at the firm.

The vacation scheme was very well structured. We spent a two weeks in two separate departments which gave us an insight into a range of work. Moreover, the scheme was structured around 'focus on' sessions which allowed us an insight into the other departments that we weren't directly working in. Also, a variety of social events were organised throughout the two weeks which were enjoyable and allowed us to meet a range of people outside of a working environment.

The general atmosphere was very positive. The other people on the scheme were like-minded and worked hard and we all had a great time. I learnt a lot from the scheme and the atmosphere fostered hard work and an enjoyable experience.

The scheme was great in terms of personal training and development. I received constant feedback, was able to network and meet a range of people. The scheme has put me in a strong position for my future career and I felt that the company invested greatly in me.

I was exposed to a range of different work and projects that enabled me to see what it would be like to have a full time role with the company. I was required to manage my time effectively and schedule my timetable in order to complete each task to the best of my ability. Moreover, at our 'focus' sessions, trainees gave us an insight into the work that they were completing on a daily basis which gave me a great understanding of what it would be like to have a full time role.

The vacation scheme enabled me to participate in a range of work and meet a variety of different people throughout the firm. As such, I was able to understand the culture and experience it first hand. It was very fantastic to see the firm's values permeate throughout different departments and levels of employment, from trainee to associate to partner.

The scheme was valuable in assuring me that I wanted to pursue a career in law and was also helpful in considering which parts of the law I wanted to go into. Having the opportunity to see a range of different departments was valuable in helping me look at which parts of the law were of particular interest to me.

I was paid for my work over the two weeks which covered expense and travel.

I was able to meet a range of employees through events and was provided many opportunities to meet other people in the firm who I will hopefully stay in touch with.

There were a range of social events organised throughout the scheme from golfing to bowling to welcome and leaving drinks. All of them were very enjoyable and well organised and gave me an opportunity to meet a variety of people in an out-of- office environment.

There are many activities that employees can get involved with outside the firm and I was able to experience a range of these. I was even able to take part in a volunteering event in the local community. The employees are also able to get involved in sports and cultural activities that seemed fantastic.

I would definitely recommend this vacation scheme to a friend. It was great for my own personal development and allowed me a valuable insight into the firm, its people and its culture. I had a great experience and met some fantastic people.