Summer Vacation Intern Review

by Simmons & Simmons LLP

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Rating

4.6/5
  • About You
    4.5
  • The Company
    4.7
  • Everything Else
    4.8

    About You

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy the insight?
  • I had a thoroughly enjoyable summer vacation scheme. The teams I was placed within were open and friendly and provided me with a high level of work. The other schemers were sociable and I enjoyed the numerous social events that the firm offered, as well as the nights out with the schemers.

    5/5

  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued during your time at the company or firm?
  • The extent as a schemer you are utilised depends largely upon the supervisor you are assigned and the amount of work the department has currently. During my time, although there were a few quiet days, generally I was kept very busy, but not excessively so.

    4/5

  • 3. How much guidance/support did you receive during the insight?
  • My supervisors and the departments I was placed in were incredibly supportive and were keen to answer any questions I had on my future career (irrespective of whether it was with Simmons or not). Indeed, I was taken out by three partners for informal 'get-to-know-you' chats.

    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 certainly placed the theoretical application of law during my LLB into practical perspective. Turns out all those cases you learn for undergraduate are simply replaced by PLC. That aside, we developed negotiation, research and presentation skills, which are useful as I undertake my LLM.

    4/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?
  • The insight was very well structured - the graduate recruitment skills sessions were generally organised so as to ensure we were given ample time to work in each of the departments, without overly disrupting our work days.

    4/5

  • 6. How was the general atmosphere during your insight?
  • The working and social environment was friendly, open and sociable.

    5/5

  • 7. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
  • There were numerous talks and graduate recruitment training sessions organised, culminating in a group presentation.

    4/5

  • 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?
  • Effectively we were treated as trainees - it was a thoroughly enjoyable experience.

    5/5

  • 9. How much did the insight help you in understanding the company culture?
  • I have experienced a few firms who emphasise how unique their firm culture is, but the emphasis placed on it by Simmons was far greater than any before.

    5/5

  • 10. How valuable was the content in helping you to decide on your future career path?
  • The work we did was enjoyable, but the most valuable information I received came from the numerous informal conversations with the partners at the firm, who were keen to share their own personal experiences and discuss my career plan.

    5/5

    Everything Else

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


  • 12. Were there opportunities for networking and meeting other employees of the company or firm?
  • Everyone was approachable and graduate recruitment were also keen to put you in touch with any department you were keen to meet.

    4/5

  • 13. How were the networking/ social event opportunities?
  • Excellent - power boating and a champagne reception on the London Eye...

    5/5

  • 14. Did you find out about activities that employees can get involved in outside of work?
  • I played for the Simmons football and softball team during my three weeks, and was scheduled to play for the cricket team. There are more teams and societies and they are very well attended.

    5/5

  • 15. Would you recommend this insight to a friend?
  • No questions asked, apply here.

    5/5

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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

London

September 2014


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