Vacation Schemer Review

by Shoosmiths

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Rating

3.2/5
  • The Role
    2.7
  • The Company
    3.3
  • The Culture
    4.0

    The Role

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

    • Was really enjoyable mainly because we were supervised by trainees who were really friendly and encouraged us to socialise with them after work.

    4/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • Everyone from partners to trainees gave us work, gave us feedback and took the time to check we had something to do and we were happy.

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

    • They were approachable and very hands-on

    3/5
  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

    • There were lulls on certain days, but each trainee was given a special project to research and then present which gave us alot to get our teeth stuck into

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

    • It didn't feel like we had much responsibility because trainees always checked everything.

    2/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • I didn't feel like i developed any new skills, but it did give me a bit of insight into the working of a law firm which is invaluable!

    1/5

    The Company

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

    • The whole atmosphere in the office was fun and friendly, particularly the out of hours socialising...

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

    • Clearly structured and looked after us well

    3/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • Seemed that they did use the week to assess me and gauge my suitability for the firm and they did offer me a chance to learn more about the firm and their ethos

    2/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • 3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Following the vacation scheme I felt much more confident going into my training contract application and felt sure that working for Shoosmiths is what I wanted.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • There was only 3 students in total but the trainees made a conscious effort to include all of us for post-work drinks!

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

    • Standard Nottingham prices

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

    • Great

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

    • I was only there for one week so the opportunities were limited to the pub

    2/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Legal/Law

East Midlands

November 2011

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