student Review

by Mayer Brown International LLP

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Rating

4.4/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    4.7
  • The Culture
    4.0

    The Role

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

    • The work was interesting and varied and the three week programme was structured and organised.

    5/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • Everyone was very friendly and welcoming.

    5/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • the HR department were very approachable.

    5/5
  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

    • always occupied, but never overwhelmed.

    3/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • Considering the importance of the work they do, I was given responsilbity wherever possible

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

    • As a non-law degree student I learnt a lot about life in a commercial law firm

    5/5

    The Company

  • 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

    • Friendly

    5/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • Well structured three week programme

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

    • They took us to Paris, they took us on outings, etc

    5/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • International Travel

    Company Parties/Events
    5/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Was a great first glance into commerical law and made me determined that this is the career I want

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Yes we would organise our own socials.

    4/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • I live in London anyway so commuting/ living was not an issue

    5/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Wanted to be up early so didn't go out too much. However, the offices are centred in London so a good night out was a potential.

    3/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • Yes - pro bono, sports,

    5/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

London

October 2011

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