Placement Year Review at Block & Co

The Role

Role Description

Work placement in which I conducted legal analysis for the firm across a broad range of cases. I was responsible for analysing case files and creating graphical and spreadsheet representations.

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

The staff were friendly, the work varied and the company very understanding, flexible and professional.

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

As above, the staff were extremely welcoming and encouraged and supported me in my work.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

Superb. The management were flexible with work and allowed me to juggle my schedule whilst also offering informed advice and guidance.

4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

Demanding but rewarding - I was given immediate responsibility and felt like a valued member of the company.

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

As much as possible. The work was guided but allowed for my own personal input and decisions.

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

The analytical skills as much as the 'soft' and people skills are those which will stand me in good stead in all future employment.

The Organisation

7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

Relaxed and friendly yet professional and productive - a wonderful atmosphere for a new person to enter into.

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

I knew what to do, how to do it, when to do it for and the final outcome and significance of my work.

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

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

Little was needed. They did however take the time to demonstrate what needed doing and to aide me in tasks such as the fax and copying machines.

10. What were the perks on your work placement?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

• Flexi Time
• Company Parties/Events
• Working from home

11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

I was given the impression that I would be welcome working their again if I chose to.

Other Information

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

I got on well with my colleagues and the other placement student and was encouraged to lunch and socialise.

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

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

Inexpensive high street and popular outlets.

14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

★★★★★☆☆☆☆☆

Rated 5/10

I didn't experience the night life and hence feel it would be unsuitable to judge this.

15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

★★★★★☆☆☆☆☆

Rated 5/10

As far as I was aware there was little if any extra activities although it was an atmosphere which would allow for someone to take the initiative and organise such activities.

In addition to these questions, is there any extra information you would like to leave about your experiences on your work placement that other students may be interested in?

A great place and a very understanding and supportive company.

Review 2/3 for Block & Co

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