Easter Vacation Scheme Review

by SJ Berwin

This review was submitted over 4 years ago, so some of the information it contains may no longer be relevant.

Rating

4.1/5
  • About You
    3.8
  • The Company
    4.3
  • Everything Else
    4.4

    About You

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy the insight?

    • I was there for one week so it was a very busy but enjoyable/informative experience.

    4/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued during your time at the company or firm?

    • Everyone was welcoming.

    4/5
  • 3. How much guidance/support did you receive during the insight?

    • There were lots of talks and opportunities to ask questions.

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

    • The scheme gave me many hints and tips for future applications.

    4/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?

    • The programme was full and balanced, although some of the time spent in the specific department was a little unstructured.

    5/5
  • 6. How was the general atmosphere during your insight?

    • Action-packed scheme and a great atmosphere in the office and at events.

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

    • More in terms of talks than actual practical training.

    4/5
  • 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?

    • Felt like I experienced many aspects of the firm.

    5/5
  • 9. How much did the insight help you in understanding the company culture?

    • Got a well-rounded insight into the positives and negatives of the firm.

    5/5
  • 10. How valuable was the content in helping you to decide on your future career path?

    • Very much contributed to my future career aspirations.

    4/5

    Everything Else

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

    • Pay was adequate.

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

    • Met a lot of trainees, didn't have so much access to more important employees such as partners.

    5/5
  • 13. How were the networking/ social event opportunities?

    • There were events on 3 out of 5 evenings.

    4/5
  • 14. Did you find out about activities that employees can get involved in outside of work?

    • Learnt about volunteering and sports opportunities, as well as social opportunities.

    4/5
  • 15. Would you recommend this insight to a friend?

    • Go and see what you think of the firm for yourself, don't believe everything you read on the internet.

    5/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

London

April 2013

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