Internship Review at Stephenson Harwood

The Role

Role Description

During the placement you sit with a supervisor (who may be a partner). You also have a buddy who is a current trainee at the firm. I did work such as research tasks, media research and things relating to due diligence.

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

It was great to get an insight into the work of a commerical law firm and I enjoyed seeing what I will hopefully be doing in the future.

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

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

Everybody was very friendly, I simply rated it a 7 becaue 'like family' seems a little strong.

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

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

I was given feedback on all the work I did but sometimes I think it is hard for busy people to find work at the right level and explain it.

4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

★★★★★★☆☆☆☆

Rated 6/10

It really varied, some days I had lots to do, other days hardly anything. I still enjoyed it as I did legal researc for myself and read the legal press. I also had an assessment centre at the end of the placement so I used my free time to prepare for this.

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

★★★★☆☆☆☆☆☆

Rated 4/10

It was only a 2 week placement so I was hardly expecting responsibility. I attended some client meetings and drinks with other firms so it was nice to be invited to those.

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 point of a placement like this is to see how well you fit into the firm. It's basically a 2 week job interview. All the exposure to areas of law I have had is invaluable, regardless of ending up at this firm or not.

The Organisation

7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

Everyone was very friendly and sociable.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

The most organised placement I have done. We had clear timetables of where to go and when etc.

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

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

People give up their time to talk to you/set you work. However, it is only 2 weeks so there is a limit.

10. What were the perks on your work placement?

★★★★★★☆☆☆☆

Rated 6/10

• Financial Bonus
• Company Parties/Events

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

★★★★★☆☆☆☆☆

Rated 5/10

I picked 5 because I don't know, we did an assessment day, find out in 2 weeks.

Other Information

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

I really got on well with the other students.

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

★★☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆

Rated 2/10

I'm from the North of England so London seems expensive to me.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

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

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

Drinks and events every week.

Review 23/37 for Stephenson Harwood

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