vacation scheme Review

by CMS

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Rating

4/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    4.4
  • The Culture
    3.3

    The Role

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

    • The work was challenging and interesting and the people were friendly and approachable.

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

    • I was given various task which were then used by colleagues, so they had a purpose to them.

    4/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • Always there for help and support.

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

    • Good balance between orgainsed activities and work tasks with time to reflect on what you had done.

    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?

    • Invaluable experience.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Friendly and enjoyable but with a work atmosphere which is preffered.

    4/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • Very well run.

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

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

    • Subsidised Canteen
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • At the end of the placement you are invited to interview for a training contract. Having been on the scheme this gives you a fantastic opportunity to learn about the firm. I secured a training contract as a result of the scheme.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Activities were orgainsed but I was also invited by collegues for drinks, lunch and dinner which gave me a real insight into the friendly nature of the firm and its empolyees.

    4/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • Its located in London and so London is always expensive.

    3/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Its London so I think that says it all!

    4/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • It was only a 2 week placement so not alot of time.

    3/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Legal/Law

London

April 2011

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