Vacation Scheme Review

by Pinsent Masons LLP

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Rating

4.5/5
  • The Role
    5.0
  • The Company
    3.7
  • The Culture
    4.6

    The Role

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

    • I found the work challenging, the people relaxed and friendly. All in all it was a great placement and I thoroughly enjoyed it.

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

    • There was a great team spirit in the department which i was in, pensions. I was valued and well looked after, even invited out for socials which weren't organised as part of the scheme.

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

    • The support was great. I was offered feedback on all my work and it was detailed feedback where the importance of what i was doing (though sometimes a boring task) was explained to me.

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

    • My trainee buddy had this down to perfection. I was always asked how I was coping with the workload.

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

    • I was asked to draft some pretty important documents. If i am honest I was expecting to be making brews all day - I actually got stuck in!

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

    • Difficult to say, I dont have a crystal ball. However I have learnt about this type of firm so I suppose I have everything I need for my career!

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • During work hours, you work, after work hours you work less so and socialise.

    4/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • It was a well oiled machine.

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

    • I attended multiple training events and seminars. I was invited to a pensions networking event which was fantastic.

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

    • Financial Bonus

    Company Parties/Events
    1/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I hope I get offered a job, I worked hard during the scheme so we will see!

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • Great social scene - I went out loads and was only there for two weeks!

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

    • City centre prices. not london but still city prices. Not too expensive though.

    4/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Manchester city centre - its outstanding!

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

    • I got involved more than most, networking and social events. I think 5 events in ten days is pretty good!

    5/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

North West

June 2012

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