Spring Vacation Scheme Intern Review

by Simmons & Simmons LLP

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Rating

3.9/5
  • About You
    3.8
  • The Company
    4.1
  • Everything Else
    3.9

    About You

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

    • Really nice group of interns and the firm is very friendly and approachable. Work was interesting and relevant to the department I was in.

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

    • You definitely get a sense that the work you do is valued and has been of use to the department.

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

    • Everyone is given a supervisor, but you have to be willing to be proactive in asking for help etc. Graduate Recruitment are always around/available to ask questions to as well.

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

    • We were given a talk on the application process which will certainly be helpful when applying for training contracts. As a non-law student, I'm not sure how helpful Employment Law specific knowledge will be helpful to my degree, so I would say the skills I developed will hopefully be of use in the future.

    3/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?

    • Given a timetable at the start of the week, very clear what you were meant to do at what time. Lots of talks and activities organised with time spent in your department.

    4/5
  • 6. How was the general atmosphere during your insight?

    • Simmons is a very friendly firm. Everyone in my department was approachable and willing to help/give advice.

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

    • 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?

    • You get several opportunities to meet members of the firm from different levels and to ask questions e.g. in a Speed Networking activity.

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

    • Talks and networking allowed you to understand the values and culture of the firm.

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

    • 4/5

    Everything Else

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

    • I think we were paid £250 but no expenses.

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

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

    • We had two drinks parties which were quite informal and gave you a chance to meet people on a more social basis.

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

    • We didn't really find out about clubs etc run by the firm.

    2/5
  • 15. Would you recommend this insight to a friend?

    • Yes, you get a good insight into Simmons and it looks good on your CV.

    5/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Legal/Law

London

April 2013

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