Vacation Scheme Student Review

by Pinsent Masons LLP

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Rating

5/5
  • About You
    5.0
  • The Company
    5.0
  • Everything Else
    5.0

    About You

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

    • It was a very enjoyable experience. Although I had real work to do, social activities were scheduled in and everyone was friendly.

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

    • Staff at every level made me feel inclusive and a valued part of the team, always inviting me to team meetings and social events.

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

    • A lot of support was available - I was allocated both Supervisors and Trainee Mentors and had regular feedback meetings. Through working alongisde a trainee solicitor I received an excellent insight into life at the firm.

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

    • Learned all basic office skills from photocopying/IT systems which will be relevant in any administrative job, as well as learning more specific skills for the legal sector.

    5/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?

    • The two weeks were very structured, with timetabled inductions and various meetings, as well as being allocated someone to work under each day.

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

    • Although I was assigned a lot of work to do, the people around me were good fun which created a good atmosphere.

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

    • A lot was invested in vacation students, both in terms of money spent on lunches etc and timewise.

    5/5
  • 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?

    • It was a brilliant opportunity to see what day to day life is like in the firm, both through experiencing it personally and hearing about others who have been there longer.

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

    • I am now much more aware of the companies culture, having attended various presentations, for example on Corporate Social Repsonsibily and hearing about things the firm have done in the local community.

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

    • I am now fully certain that I want to pursue a career in this field, as well as having gained an insight into which areas of commercial law I like best.

    5/5

    Everything Else

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

    • In addition to receiving pay, I also received a lot of free lunches/dinners.

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

    • Yes we were invited to any events which were happening in the office, as well as being introduced to everyone in our departments.

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

    • Very well organised, fully funded and good fun.

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

    • Yes we had presentations on Corporate Responsibilty iniatiatives, as well as hearing

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

    • Definitely, great experience and looks great on your CV

    5/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Commercial Law, Corporate Law, Employment Law, Legal/Law

Northern Ireland

August 2013

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