Internship Review at Nabarro

The Role

Role Description

One of the distinctive qualities of the Nabarro scheme is the opportunity to spend three weeks in one department. After two days of induction sessions covering IT training and the programme for the scheme, I was welcomed into my team. Each student was assigned to a supervisor (an associate) and a buddy (a first year trainee) and I was immediately made to feel an important part of the team. I was introduced to other lawyers and given a desk in an office with another senior associate. Over the three weeks I undertook a range of tasks, completing work for my supervisor and other lawyers in the department. This included writing letters to clients and Tribunal, drafting contracts and performing research. In addition, summer scheme students took part in Project: Nabarro, a group exercise which encouraged creative thinking as well as business and presentation skills.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

I gained a fantastic insight into life as a trainee at a successful UK law firm.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

I was invited to team meetings and frequently ate lunch with my colleagues. The team was welcoming and encouraging.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

The trainee resources team were supportive and arranged an informal mid-seat meeting to find out how we were getting on in our departments.

4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

There was a good balance between departmental work and the group project.

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

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

One of the highlights was the approval and posting of documents I had prepared for a client. It was rewarding to be given such responsibility.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

The scheme encouraged me to be organised in order to work to deadlines and I was often required to prioritise tasks. These skills will be invaluable in the final year of my degree and throughout my future career.

The Organisation

7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

The people I met were enthusiastic and the London office seems like a brilliant place to work.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

The award-winning scheme was well co-ordinated and a fantastic way to spend three weeks.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

The Nabarro networking event was an invaluable opportunity to represent the firm and meet trainees from other leading organisations.

10. What were the perks on your work placement?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

• Subsidised Canteen
• Company Parties/Events

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

Other Information

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

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

★★★★★☆☆☆☆☆

Rated 5/10

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

I frequently went for drinks and lunch with my department and other lawyers.

Review 28/75 for Nabarro

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