A&O First Review

by Allen & Overy

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.8/5
  • About You
    5.0
  • The Company
    4.4
  • Everything Else
    5.0

    About You

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

    • Graduate recruitment were particularly welcoming and all of the employees we met, including trainees and associates were equally as inviting. The day was very well organised.

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

    • Even though I only shadowed a trainee for a short period of time the experience was much more valuable than longer shadowing periods I had previously conducted. Again, Graduate Recruitment were very welcoming.

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

    • Presentation skills and negotiation skills workshops were well conducted and they gave us great support throughout the day.

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

    • Gave specific and broad tips for vacation scheme and training contract applications. Very useful in this respect.

    5/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?

    • Extremely well structured.

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

    • Everyone was extremely accommodating and the atmosphere was relaxed but focused. Very ideal.

    3/5
  • 7. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • Their presentations and skills workshops were excellent.

    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?

    • As much as one day's experience can.

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

    • Hugely. Interacting with employees was key.

    4/5
  • 10. How valuable was the content in helping you to decide on your future career path?

    • Reaffirmed my choice.

    5/5

    Everything Else

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

    • Travel expense is reimbursed.

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

    • Yes, over lunch and shadowing.

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

    • Lunch was great.

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

    • Through a presentation.

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

    • Definitely.

    5/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Legal/Law

London

September 2014

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