Summer Student Review

by Pinsent Masons LLP

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Rating

4.5/5
  • About You
    4.6
  • The Company
    4.4
  • Everything Else
    4.5

    About You

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

    • It gave a really thorough insight into the life of the firm and the tasks which trainees undertake.

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

    • The firm were really good at making you feel like you were a real part of the team and showing how the work you were doing was contributing to an overall project.

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

    • The buddy and supervisor system in place meant that there was always someone you could ask questions to, The weekly meetings with the supervisor and daily with the buddy also meant you could get any issues addressed really quickly.

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

    • Its given me a better view of how the law is applied in practice and influenced the way in which I can see my career progressing. This will then influence the subjects which I will take in the final years of my degree.

    4/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?

    • It was really well structured with information sessions, social activities as well as just time spent in your project group.

    4/5
  • 6. How was the general atmosphere during your insight?

    • The atmosphere was really good. Everyone was very friendly and always willing to get to know you and answer any questions which you might have.

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

    • Each morning there was a training session to help you get to know the firm and built up your commercial awareness.

    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?

    • It was a good overview as working with the trainees you saw exactly what it was that they did and you would be given to do.

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

    • The firm were keen to display their culture from the beginning and I think it worked well.

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

    • 5/5

    Everything Else

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

    • We were paid

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

    • There were lots of different opportunities arranged to get to know the rest of the firm.

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

    • The mix of events with the trainees and the whole firm meant that you really got to know everyone. The variety of events organised were also good.

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

    • The staff were keen to tell you about the other activities organised which are associated with the firm but also those they take part in excluding that.

    4/5
  • 15. Would you recommend this insight to a friend?

    • I had a great experience and would definitely recommend it.

    5/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Investment Banking

Scotland

July 2015

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