Summer Vacation Scheme at RPC

About You

1. To what extent did you enjoy the insight?

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.

10/10

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

I felt that the firm made a good effort to make us feel valued. This was reflected by multiple efforts to involve the vacation scheme students in the ongoing work. Opportunities to go to court and attend client meetings were also invaluable.

10/10

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

The supervisors assigned to me made every effort to introduce me to the workings of their team. They happily answered any questions I had and provided support when I needed it.

10/10

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

While I have already graduated from university, I am certain that the practical insight I gained during the vacation scheme will help me perform well during my LPC. I felt that in comparison to other placements I had, at RPC my tasks were much more hands-on.

10/10

The Organisation

5. How well structured was the insight?

The insight was clear and structured from the beginning. We were handed a plan of the scheme in the beginning of the scheme, which the team followed accordingly. However, some of the meeting were running a bit over the intended timeframe.

9/10

6. How was the general atmosphere during your insight?

The firm is extremely friendly. The employees, who were responsible for making us feel welcome and comfortable during the scheme, made a great effort to create a good atmosphere for us.

10/10

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

The firm trusted me with tasks of great responsibility. I was able to meet clients and talk to them, and attend court. All these experiences were invaluable and made the scheme stand out among other experiences I have gathered so far.

10/10

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 believe that I was able to form a good understanding of the atmosphere of the firm, as well as the type of work that it deals with. I could not have wished for a better insight.

10/10

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

The company culture was shining through during presentations, but also the work itself. I got a very good sense of the firm's culture during the vacation scheme.

10/10

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

Very helpful, as it confirmed my desire to work for RPC. I felt like I got an very good insight into the firm's culture and work, which allowed me to decided, whether it was a good fit for me or not.

10/10

Other Information

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

I was paid for the two-week internship. I was not reimbursed for any costs, as I did not have any travel expenses or similar things to be reimbursed for.

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

Yes, there was a good amount of networking opportunities during the scheme.

10/10

13. How were the networking/ social event opportunities?

The firm's employees were open and were always happy to answer any questions we had.

10/10

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

Yes, there were presentations that described other opportunities made available to RPC employees outside of work.

10/10

15. Would you recommend this insight to a friend?

Absolutely. This far, this experience has been the best I have had so far and I believe that other people would be able to benefit from it immensely as well.

10/10

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