Vacation Scheme Student Review

by Pinsent Masons LLP

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Rating

4/5
  • The Role
    4.1
  • The Company
    3.9
  • The Culture
    3.9

    The Role

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

    • It was an incredible experience, which allowed me to get a real insight into what life as a trainee in a law firm would be like. I thoroughly enjoyed the nature of the work, the people, and the social activities.

    4/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • From the partners to the trainees, each one was always friendly and forthcoming and helpful. When I did a piece of work I was always commended and told that it was useful.

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

    • The task at hand was always explained to me, in context, and in view of the wider picture. I never felt out of my depth.

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

    • Exceptionally busy, compared to the other vacation scheme students. My department seemed to be very busy all the time, and there was always something to do.

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

    • I was given more responsibility than I have ever been given on any other vacation schemes.

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

    • As an undergraduate studying Classics, a commercial law firm is a far cry from my daily duties as a student. However, I feel the research tasks were helpful, in that they allowed me to pick out the most relevant parts of the subject matter. Also, having to read and understand complex principles very quickly will no doubt be useful next year when I will have a great deal to read for finals.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • An exciting, buzzing department.

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

    • I had a meeting with my supervisor every morning so I always knew what I was doing for the day.

    4/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • Pinsent Masons invested a fair amount in terms of money, training, time and encouragement. It was genuinely a great place to learn.

    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?

    • Extremely appealing, especially compared to other law firms. There is a real acknowledgement of having a work-life balance.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • Yes - the trainees made a good effort to mingle and we had at least 2 social events a week.

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

    • I live in London, so the only expense was travel on the tube.

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

    • Great.

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

    • Yes, there were lots of sports events and corporate social responsibility opportunities.

    4/5
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Internship (1 Month+)

London

July 2010

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