Work Experience Review

by Thomas Miller

This review was submitted over 4 years ago, so some of the information it contains may no longer be relevant.

Rating

4.2/5
  • About You
    3.9
  • The Company
    4.3
  • Everything Else
    4.6

    About You

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy the insight?
  • A variety of work was provided, and I was able to read amd decide on the cases amd then I was able to see thrm in court which was fascinating and put what I was reading into relevant perspective

    4/5

  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued during your time at the company or firm?
  • I was give a variety of tasks, and some of my work was kept as they found it so useful which made my opinion feel valued

    4/5

  • 3. How much guidance/support did you receive during the insight?
  • all my questions were answered by the appropriaate person, and i was given samples of the work in a variety of departments. I was often left to work to my own initiative which I appreciated more

    4/5

  • 4. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and information you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?
  • i was able to see what i can do with my degree. The analysis and communication skills will be invaluable to me fr my degree and beyond. I was also given administrative tasks which helped me become more organised

    4/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?
  • Because plans were always changing so it was difficult to have a structure. However, I was given guidelines at the start and was able to work at my own pace to complete all work given

    4/5

  • 6. How was the general atmosphere during your insight?
  • Everyone was very friendly and welcoming. The canteen was ideal for meeting new people and seeing the positive and approachable atmsophere of the company

    4/5

  • 7. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
  • i was provided with a range of tasks, all of which werethoroughlyexplained to me, and someone was always available if I hadany questions about to task, or working for the companyetc.

    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 also able to attend meetings, social events and arrange lunches with employees so that my questios could be answered thoroughly and informally which I found invaluable.

    5/5

  • 9. How much did the insight help you in understanding the company culture?
  • formal and informal settings helped mego get a rounded, and true insight into the culture. Everyone worked so well together and gave a very positive impression of the company

    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?
  • It was quite expensive for me to travel there as it was in London, however the company gladly fully reimbursed my expenses which I greatly appreciated


  • 12. Were there opportunities for networking and meeting other employees of the company or firm?
  • there were opportunities both in a formal, and informal setting within working hours, in the canteen, and meetings and their social events

    5/5

  • 13. How were the networking/ social event opportunities?
  • being invited to their annual quiz definitely helped with meeting other employees. Spending time in the different departments, as well as withothercompaniesthey worked with was invaluable

    5/5

  • 14. Did you find out about activities that employees can get involved in outside of work?
  • There is plenty of free time for employees to have their own acitvities, however the company also provides many activities and team building

    4/5

  • 15. Would you recommend this insight to a friend?
  • such a brilliant insight, showing what i can do with my law degree without necessarily becoming a lawyer but rather being an in house lawyer

    5/5

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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Business Operations, Customer Service, Legal/Law

London

August 2014