Legal Vacation Scheme Review

by Burges Salmon LLP

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Rating

4.8/5
  • About You
    4.9
  • The Company
    4.7
  • Everything Else
    4.9

    About You

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy the insight?
  • It was very enjoyable as the work was varied, there was plenty to do and everyone was very friendly and helpful.

    5/5

  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued during your time at the company or firm?
  • Definitely. everyone made a real effort to make it clear I could ask them any questions and people always followed up on tasks I had done to thank me.

    5/5

  • 3. How much guidance/support did you receive during the insight?
  • Recruitment was very good at giving us a clear introduction to the firm and what we would be doing for the two weeks. They were also always a physical presence so you could ask questions. Furthermore all staff we very considerate and supportive.

    5/5

  • 4. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and information you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?
  • It is going to be a huge help in the future as it has really boosted my confidence and I feel I can speak with much more authority on what I want to do in the future. The skills I learnt will be applied as a trainee.

    5/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?
  • Very good. It is was very organised and plenty of events were offered including social, networking, presentations and interview skills/negotiations.

    5/5

  • 6. How was the general atmosphere during your insight?
  • Very friendly and open. There's a real family, close knit feel to the place. Probably because they're all under one roof.

    5/5

  • 7. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
  • They certainly invested a lot of resources, time and planning in what we did and learned over the two weeks.

    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 believe we did work which was representative of what we would do if we were recruited by the firm not was meaningful work that contributed to projects.

    5/5

  • 9. How much did the insight help you in understanding the company culture?
  • Certainly it clarified to me the supportive and collaborative environment.

    5/5

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

    Everything Else

  • 11. Were you paid or reimbursed adequately for this experience?
  • It was standard amount for a vacation scheme.


  • 12. Were there opportunities for networking and meeting other employees of the company or firm?
  • Yes, as in each department I was introduced to everyone and the firm held office wide drinks reception in the office whilst I was there.

    5/5

  • 13. How were the networking/ social event opportunities?
  • They were very imaginative, relaxed and enjoyable. I liked that they showed off Bristol as well as the firm as an attraction which it is. They were also all very different and really helped us get to know our trainee buddies.

    5/5

  • 14. Did you find out about activities that employees can get involved in outside of work?
  • We were informed from our first day of the different weekly events and encouraged to join in.

    5/5

  • 15. Would you recommend this insight to a friend?
  • It was a unique experience that will definitely contribute to my future career and one I would definitely recommend.

    5/5

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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Banking

South West

July 2014


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