Vacation Scheme Review

by Shearman & Sterling LLP

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Rating

4.2/5
  • About You
    4.0
  • The Company
    4.4
  • Everything Else
    4.3

    About You

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

    • Fantastic insight into the work of a City law firm.

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

    • Very valued - I was given work that was going out to clients, etc.

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

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

    • 4/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?

    • Well organized and structured.

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

    • Exciting atmosphere - everyone was passionate about their work.

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

    • 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?

    • I was given trainee work, so I now have a very good idea of the kind of work a trainee would be doing.

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

    • There's no other way to understand culture than by working at the firm for a couple of weeks.

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

    • Content of the day was tailored towards experiencing trainee work.

    5/5

    Everything Else

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

    • £300 pw.

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

    • Several organized socials with lawyers of all levels.

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

    • Great fun!

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

    • Sports, pro bono, etc.

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

    • Highly.

    4/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Legal/Law

London

April 2014

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