Intern Review

by Herbert Smith Freehills

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Rating

3.9/5
  • The Role
    4.0
  • The Company
    4.2
  • The Culture
    3.5

    The Role

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

    • The internship was a very good balance of work and fun. Both the departments I worked with were very welcoming and friendly. I would rate this internship as the best I have had till date.

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

    • In the three weeks I worked at Herbert Smith, I had the opportunity to work on a new client instruction from an overseas client, and also to prepare a pitch for a prospective client. There was no restriction on the work I could involve myself in. I was definitely made a part of the actual work of the firm.

    4/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • My supervisors gave me insights into their work, and also guided me along in the work I did for them. The level of supervision and guidance was very encouraging.

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

    • I prepared five research notes during the course of my internship, which kept me busy throught the day on most days. There was always sufficient time to attend the presentations and social events through the day.

    4/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • I had a fairly high level of responsibility during the scheme, more than a temporary intern would usually expect.

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

    • The workshop on development of negotiation skills was particularly interesting. The seminars were informative as well.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • The work environment was very cordial.

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

    • A very well-planned balance between social events and desk work.

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

    • Personal training was mainly in the form of multiple workshops. Most of these workshops were based on an explanation of various legal disciplines pursuded in the firm.

    4/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Company Parties/Events
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • A very positive yes.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Yes. As an example, many groups of employees planned to watch the Olympics together. All Vacation Students would often meet after work for drinks and dinner.

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

    • Rental costs are very high in Central London. Bars and restaurants however are not very expensive.

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

    • Primrose Street is a business area in London.

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

    • Cricket matches, football matches and legal advice.

    4/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

London

July 2012

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