Vacation Schemer Review

by Linklaters

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Rating

4.3/5
  • The Role
    4.6
  • The Company
    4.4
  • The Culture
    3.8

    The Role

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

    • The vacation scheme provided me with great insights into the work and culture at Linklaters.

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

    • We were treated like part of the team from the every first day.

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

    • No matter how busy they were, my supervisors always took time to explain things to me.

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

    • I worked on on-going client matters and was stretched in a good way.

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

    • I was given high-level instructions and was given the freedom to present the information I see fit.

    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 skills tested/developed during the vacation scheme were invaluable e.g. networking, teamwork, time management etc.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • I felt welcomed by the firm. Everyone was friendly and easy to talk to.

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

    • The vacation scheme was very well-organised. The balance between work and social activities was well-struck.

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

    • Lots of useful presentations and workshops e.g. litigation/client pitch

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

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Company Parties/Events

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Yet to attend training contract interview

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Everyone was easy to hang out with and a fun bunch.

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

    • The vacation scheme was in London, but there were lots of drinks session.

    3/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • A few pubs around the area.

    4/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • there were clubs/societies.

    4/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Legal/Law

London

August 2012

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