Internship Review at Stephenson Harwood

The Role

Role Description

During my placement I worked in two different departments; each one for one week each and I was given tasks such as:
- Attending and writing up notes on Conference calls
- Attending Court
- Research Tasks
- Proofreading
- Filing witness statements

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

I really enjoyed the placement at Stephenson Harwood. Through the two weeks, I experienced a flavour of two of the biggest departments and was given a wide variety of work to complete.

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

Everyone was extremely friendly and made me feel welcome right from the start of the placement.

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

My supervisors and colleagues always had varied and interesting work for me to complete and regularly gave feedback and advice.

4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

I was always very busy with lots of tasks to complete however I never felt overwhelmed at any stage.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

I was given a huge amount of responsibility right from the start. I was involved in litigation at the very high end and was given the opportunity to attend a high profile case on my own.

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 skills I have developed at Stephenson Harwood have helped me adapt to life as a lawyer, and enhanced skills in meeting deadlines, communication and research skills.

The Organisation

7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

The atmosphere was relaxed but everyone was working hard. People were happy to take time out to answer any queries I had.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

It was structured extremely effectively. We had talks in the morning - on different departments and HR were prompt in letting us know if there wewre any changes to the schedule

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

On the first day we were given an introduction to the firm. Over the rest of the placement talks were given on the firm's business strategy; on every different practise group so we were given an indepth insight into SH.

10. What were the perks on your work placement?

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

• Subsidised Canteen
• Company Parties/Events

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

I will have to wait and see....

Other Information

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

All of us got along from the start.

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

The City is expensive but there were lots of affordable shops and bars to go to.

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

★★★★★☆☆☆☆☆

Rated 5/10

London has a busy nightlife and lots of diverse bars/restuarants to visit.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

I am very sporty and trainees asked me to play football and cricket with them which was really fun!

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?

Enjoy your placement as much as possible!

Review 27/37 for Stephenson Harwood

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