Student Review

by DLA Piper

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.5/5
  • About You
    4.8
  • The Company
    4.5
  • Everything Else
    4.3

    About You

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy the insight?

    • It was a well thought out programme that gave good insight into the firm both nationwide but also in the specific office I applied for. I also met wonderful people in my time there.

    5/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued during your time at the company or firm?

    • In the two weeks I sat in two different seats and felt that the work I undertook actually had a purpose. It wasn't purely administrative work and I could understand what my contribution to each task was and why it mattered.

    5/5
  • 3. How much guidance/support did you receive during the insight?

    • There was no point where a task was not explained to me. It was also a comfortable enough environment to ask questions.

    5/5
  • 4. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and information you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • It was practical experience in a law firm which shall undoubtedly help me in my future career as a lawyer.

    5/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?

    • As it was a new programme, there were undoubtedly areas of improvement but overall it was an extremely well structured programme that I will value for life. In terms of areas of improvement I would suggest less time in London (a day less) and more time in the local office. The first week at the local office feltnlkke a solid week but he second week felt short because of presentations and with the decision to be kept on being on the last day. So my regret is that I didn't get the same time in week 2 as in week 1.

    4/5
  • 6. How was the general atmosphere during your insight?

    • Very friendly environment.

    5/5
  • 7. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • I felt as though I was well invested in in my time there. I had good discussions with my supervisors.

    5/5
  • 8. To what extent did the insight help you to understand what it would be like to have a full time role with the company or firm?

    • It was easy to see how life at the firm would be long term. It was a very comfortable atmosphere and the open plan office made it easier to see what people at different levels got up to.

    5/5
  • 9. How much did the insight help you in understanding the company culture?

    • Again, very friendly atmosphere and I could tell it was naturally a positive place to work.

    5/5
  • 10. How valuable was the content in helping you to decide on your future career path?

    • Having exposure to two different departments during the scheme was great as it gave an opportunity to understand the mechanics of those departments. Wish I was able to experience more departments however.

    4/5

    Everything Else

  • 11. Were you paid or reimbursed adequately for this experience?

    • Expenses and pay were positive aspects

  • 12. Were there opportunities for networking and meeting other employees of the company or firm?

    • Numerous opportunities aided by the fact everyone was friendly

    5/5
  • 13. How were the networking/ social event opportunities?

    • A couple of events were organised but wish there had been more 'out of office' experiences and gatherings

    4/5
  • 14. Did you find out about activities that employees can get involved in outside of work?

    • Didn't really Find out this information.

    3/5
  • 15. Would you recommend this insight to a friend?

    • Absolutely, it was a fantastic opportunity

    5/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Scotland

July 2017

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