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I thoroughly enjoyed my experience at the RPC vacation scheme. The scheme was structured, packed with real work and plenty of opportunities to get to know the firm. The supervisors were engaged and always willing to help and answer questions.
Really great vacation scheme, given real work to do and plenty of support on offer if needed. Everyone willing to help and good opportunities to get work from different people across your department.
I thoroughly enjoyed this vacation scheme. It was very well structured and I was able to engage in a wide range of work, with opportunities to interact directly with core clients. I felt well looked after for the duration of the scheme. The scheme was jam packed with the right balance of educational and social activities.
I thoroughly enjoyed the two weeks I spent on the RPC vacation scheme. It was great to be able to experience two different practice areas within the firm and I was given interesting work to complete in both seats. Everyone was really friendly and made me feel as though I was part of the team. The extra talks, workshops and social events were also a great opportunity to learn more about the firm and get to know people.
I really enjoyed the whole experience, from start to finish. Having also completed another vacation scheme at a different firm, I can safely say that the scheme at RPC was in a league of its own. We were made to feel incredibly welcome by every employee that we met during the scheme.
The two week vacation scheme was really enjoyable, from attending workshops with the different teams, to taking part in fun socials and doing real work on the floors, it was an incredible experience. I was able to learn a lot about the firm in a number of different ways, both formal and informal, which helped me to form my own opinions about the firm.
The Summer Scheme at RPC was a great experience and was very well organised. There were plenty of opportunities to get involved in real work while working with a variety of people in a variety of departments. The scheme was very well balanced between work and time for connecting with fellow schemers.
I really relished my time on my placement. RPC was an excellent firm to work at, and I was given a wide range of responsibilities from quite early on. This allowed me to learn a great deal very quickly, but I always felt supported and guided by my colleagues.
I thoroughly enjoyed the vacation scheme despite the fact that I knew I was being assessed. Everyone was really friendly and welcoming and I was made to feel comfortable straight away. It definitely felt like the scheme was as much for me to decide if I liked the firm as it was vice versa.
A really full programme of events was provided for us - we had at least a workshop or networking every day. I felt that the programme was a really great way of involving us in the firm and giving us a better idea of what life would be like as a trainee at RPC.
I very much enjoyed the vacation scheme at RPC. The vacation scheme gave a throughly useful insight into life at the firm. The experience was a true reflection of the realities of working at a leading law firm and what working here would prove to be like. The HR team put so much effort into the scheme, making it a very enjoyable two week!
I very much enjoyed my two weeks spent at RPC! I found the work to be very interesting and the firm really lived up to its reputation as a open, innovative and forward-thinking organisation. I had the opportunity to work with bright and driven lawyers and I would certainly recommend this insight to anyone interested in the legal sector.
I very much enjoyed my time spent at RPC, it was well organised and provided a good overview of the work and staff at the firm. My time spent on the desk was enjoyable and I was able to get involved with a variety of different projects, working with a variety of different people. The social events were a good way to break the ice between both other vac schemers and the trainees and helped to create the friendly atmosphere.
Very much so. Very well organised and enjoyable.
The week was very rewarding and enjoyable. I got to sit in two of my top choices and gained a really valuable insight into life in a City law firm. The team were fantastic across the board, from the partnership to business services, and everyone made every effort to make us feel welcome.
Great vacation scheme. I was able to do a good variety of work, there was the right balance of working in departments versus info/Q&A sessions and fun social events.
I really enjoyed the insight, it gave me a really comprehensive picture or what it’s like to work for the firm. I also was able to do real work and contribute to cases.
I thoroughly enjoyed the insight, it was fantastically organised and gave a great overview of the work and people of the firm. The time on the floors was enjoyable and I was able to get involved with a variety of work for lots of different people. The socials were a great way to break the ice between both other vac schemers and the trainees and helped to create the friendly atmosphere.
I had a brilliant time on the RPC Summer Scheme. The work I was given was very varied and interesting. I was given more responsibility than expected and was always kept busy!
A really well structured scheme with plenty of time dedicated to learning about the role of a trainee and networking with staff. We were encouraged to get stuck in and were invited to client meetings, court and client phone calls. I really enjoyed getting to know everyone at the firm, and was very impressed with their attitude and dedication in getting to know us.
