Summer Vacation Scheme Student Review

by Nabarro (now CMS)

This review was submitted over 4 years ago, so some of the information it contains may no longer be relevant.

Rating

4.5/5
  • The Role
    4.8
  • The Company
    4.8
  • The Culture
    3.5

    The Role

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

    • I had such a wide variety of work from meeting clients and drafting formal documents. It gave a real insight into the life of being a lawyer.

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

    • With a continuous supply of varied work my ability was tested throughout the scheme. I received work from partners, associates and trainees.

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

    • My buddy and supervisor were always available and happy to answer.

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

    • Throught the placement I had a continuous flow of work, helping with my organisation skills.

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

    • I was asked to write notes on telephone confrerences and meetings with counsel. A high standard was expected.

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

    • It has enhanced my ambition to become a solicitor even more. My organisational, team working skills, writing style and ability to approach others has improved and I will be able to apply these in future work placements. It reflected how the academic side is converted into practical activities.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Very positive and welcoming.

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

    • There were numerous activities to participate in organised by the HR department alongside our own events.

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

    • They provided a real sense of investment as the quality of work is high and in return they expect dedication and enthusiam.

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

    • Subsidised Canteen

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

    • I would love to work at this firm.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • We organised several events ourselves and have become very good friends.

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

    • London is known to be expensive but you can monitor how much you spend accordingly.

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

    • There are numerous pubs, bars and restraunts in the vicintiy.

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

    • The firm has many activites from pro-bono and sport. Once you become part of the firm it is easy to integrate into these activities and it provides great enjoyment and experience.

    3/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

London

June 2011

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