Internship Review at Bond Pearce LLP

The Role

Role Description

I was put in a position of responsibility when working in the commercial team on a data protection issue for a major client. I had to extract and understand the client’s requirements from various documents, and analyse a contract, making suitable amendments and corrections to include the necessary confidentiality clauses. I worked alongside a Partner and learnt how to work efficiently, on time and budget, whilst maintaining a keen eye for detail.

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

Great insight to the workings of a top national law firm; hands on experience; very welcoming and friendly; good work and social balance.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

Very supportive; without exception everyone made time for enquiries or problems during the placement; very open and friendly.

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

Provided tasks at a good level of understanding; allowed genuine insight to day-to-day workings.

4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

One department was very busy, other less so, overall balanced out.

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

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

Would have liked more, but due to nature of work involved often this was not possible; still good level of autonomy and responsibility.

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

Invaluable insight to work at commerical law firm and role of a trainee.

The Organisation

7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

Two contrasting departments, reflecting the nature of the work; one had collegiate atmosphere, other more independant; observed a range.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

Highly organised, well thought-out and structured; very accommodating to individual needs and interests.

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

Made specific requirements to spend time with a particular partner which was welcomed; trainees provided assistance and guidance with tasks.

10. What were the perks on your work placement?

★★★★★☆☆☆☆☆

Rated 5/10

• There were no perks with this internship

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

Ask me in three weeks...

Other Information

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

Some more than others!

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

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

I live within the locailty, not an issue; generally good value for money.

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

★★★★★★☆☆☆☆

Rated 6/10

Living in this area, nightlife is fairly limited (depending on taste); however, easy access to London, Bournemouth and Brighton.

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

★★★★★☆☆☆☆☆

Rated 5/10

Other than the socials, not something I had the opportunity to get involved with.

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?

Great two weeks; very enjoyable; am keen to pursue a career with the firm.

Review 1/4 for Bond Pearce LLP

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