Open Day Student Review

by RPC

Best Student Employer

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Rating

3.7/5
  • The Role
    3.3
  • The Company
    4.5
  • The Culture
    3.4

    The Role

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?

    • The day was fun and informative.

    4/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • As it was only a day session, I did not have any responsibilities. However I felt very welcomed by the firm and people spent a lot of time engaging with the open day students.

    3/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • There was a lot of contact with senior partners and heads of departments.

    5/5
  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

    • It was a packed day but no actual work to do.

    4/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • 0/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • The day was extremely helpful for the training contract application process. We got tips which applied not only to this firm but also others.

    5/5

    The Company

  • 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

    • The office atmosphere was vibrant.

    5/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • The day was extremely well organised.

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

    • I felt the firm invested a lot into the open day students. We met a lot of people who seemed keen to be involved in the recruitment process. Every level of employee was involved - from trainee to head of firm.

    5/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Company Parties/Events
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I now work for RPC as a first year trainee.

    5/5

    The Culture

  • 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?

    • There was a drinks reception afterwards for the open day students and trainees. We were encouraged to socialise.

    5/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • London is expensive but firm events are free!

    4/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • There are a few bars around and many more a short walk over to the City.

    3/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • Opportunities were limited on the open day but there are many options for employees of the firm.

    3/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

London

October 2010

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