vacation scheme student Review

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Rating

3.9/5
  • The Role
    3.8
  • The Company
    3.9
  • The Culture
    4.0

    The Role

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

    • It gave a really good insight into the firm and what being a trainee solicitor is like.

    4/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • Everyone was friendly and welcoming and I was always thanked for work I produced.

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

    • Very helpful, answered questions and provided guidance.

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

    • We also had lots of presentations as well as assessment tasks throughout the two weeks

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

    • More than I expected. For example a letter was sent out in my name.

    3/5
  • 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?

    • Very professional atmosphere as expected.

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

    • Very organised, we were given a timetable on day 1.

    4/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • We were paid and lots of senior lawyers took time out to talk to us.

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

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Company Parties/Events
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Really enjoyed it and hope I am offered a job.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • We went for drinks regularly.

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

    • High - City of Lindon

    4/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Good

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

    • Yes, pro bono or sports teams

    4/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

London

July 2011

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