Vacation Scheme Review

by Simmons & Simmons LLP

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Rating

4.6/5
  • About You
    4.5
  • The Company
    4.6
  • Everything Else
    4.6

    About You

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

    • The scheme provided a great insight into the firm, its culture, and the work that lawyers at Simmons & Simmons can get involved in. There was a good balance between organised vacation scheme events and also time to work in the two allocated departments.

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

    • During the two weeks there were opportunities to go around and ask partners, associates and trainees for work, which facilitated talking to a range of people in each department. Additionally, some lawyers came to ask me to do work. This made me feel valued.

    4/5
  • 3. How much guidance/support did you receive during the insight?

    • As required. Graduate Recruitment, allocated supervisors and trainees were all very approachable.

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

    • The scheme was particularly useful in clarifying the type of work I would like to do in the future, and also the type of culture of a firm that I would like to work in.

    4/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?

    • The scheme was very well structured. There was a good balance between organised vacation scheme events and time allocated to working in departments.

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

    • Everyone was friendly and approachable, and happy to have a chat to answer any questions.

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

    • We had training on IT and Information Services, which both helped the scheme run smoother. There was also a talk on personal branding which gave an opportunity to self-reflect.

    4/5
  • 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?

    • I have walked away with a definite impression of what it would be like to work at Simmons & Simmons, for example the type of tasks that are conducted by trainees, and the level of responsibility given to them.

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

    • This was one of the biggest things I learnt about the firm. People at the firm are both friendly and approachable.

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

    • The two weeks confirmed my desire to work in a City law firm.

    4/5

    Everything Else

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

    • There was adequate pay for the two weeks.

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

    • There were plenty of opportunities to network with others at the firm, which meant that you could speak to many different people about their experiences, both in terms of careers at Simmons & Simmons, and more general experiences.

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

    • There were well planned social events, which allowed you to get to know the trainees and supervisors in a less formal environment.

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

    • I learnt that there were some sporting activities, such as netball, that employees get involved in.

    4/5
  • 15. Would you recommend this insight to a friend?

    • Absolutely. I found the vacation scheme very insightful and it was a great opportunity to confirm my desired career path.

    5/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Legal/Law

London

July 2018

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