Summer Vacation Scheme Student Review

by Linklaters

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Rating

4.8/5
  • The Role
    4.9
  • The Company
    5.0
  • The Culture
    4.4

    The Role

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

    • The work I was given gave me a real indication of the trainee- level work at Linklaters. the work was varied and challenging but still interesting and gave a true representation of the nature of the work undertake at Linklaters.

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

    • Everyone in both the departments I sat in made an effort to provide interesting work and constructive feedback. They also ensured we had training sessions in order to better understand the work and involved us in other activities happening around the office.

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

    • The HR and Graduate Recruitment team were extremely supportive and always around to address any queries we had.

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

    • The numerous social events coupled with the interesting work created the necessary balance.

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

    • At Linklaters, it appears you are given as much responsibility as possible.

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

    • The scheme provided many skills, especially time management and presentational skills. The former has been integral in helping me organise my timetable during my final year whereas the latter will be useful throughout life.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • As mentioned, there were numerous social events organised by the firm itself. On the days where no events were set up, the staff and other vacation scheme students were sociable and often it would turn into our own social.

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

    • There were no organisational glitches and everyone's particular requirements were always catered for in all the events.

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

    • They provided extensive training throughout the four weeks in terms of introducing us to the areas they work in and focused a lot on training within our own departments too. Moreover, the projects and client pitches which we undertook further aided our training and development.

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

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Subsidised/Company Gym

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

    • 5/5

    The Culture

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

    • All the placement students thoroughly enjoyed the scheme and we still keep in touch.

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

    • Living in London is naturally slightly expensive but we did find some places which were very reaosnably priced.

    3/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • The area Linklaters is in (Barbican and near Shoreditch/ Liverpool Street) is a very trendy part of London with numerous things to do throughout the week.

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

    • There were many opportunities such as a Community Investment Day during which we helped plant trees at a local park.

    5/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Legal/Law

London

November 2010

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