Summer Vacation Scheme Review

by Shearman & Sterling LLP

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Rating

4.1/5
  • About You
    4.3
  • The Company
    3.8
  • Everything Else
    4.3

    About You

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy the insight?
  • The vacation scheme was insightful, and gave a realistic overview of the nature of work you shall be involved in as a Trainee.

    4/5

  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued during your time at the company or firm?
  • Due to the low intake of vacation scheme students, all the help available would be appreciated. However, this does also mean that any mistakes will be quickly picked up on,

    5/5

  • 3. How much guidance/support did you receive during the insight?
  • The supervisors, and the trainee 'buddys' are there to support you. It may seem daunting at first, but they will teach you anything that you may not have come across.

    5/5

  • 4. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and information you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?
  • Writing succinctly, and straight to the point. You will learn to cut the unnecessary lingo when writing a memo for a supervisor, or Partner. You will be surprised how important it is to write well.

    4/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?
  • The vacations scheme had a clear structure. The timetable was provided to us at the start of the scheme, and we were allowed to plan accordingly.

    4/5

  • 6. How was the general atmosphere during your insight?
  • Very intimate, and engaging. I would recommend it to those that love the fast paced nature of work.

    4/5

  • 7. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
  • They brought in a client to talk to you, associates to explain the work they are involved in, and trainees to discuss the typical tasks that they completing. Additionally, we had a meeting with the managing partner, ***Nick Buckworth***, explaining the firm from his perspective.

    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?
  • They make everything clear from day 1.

    4/5

  • 9. How much did the insight help you in understanding the company culture?
  • You spend two weeks at the firm. I say, from day two you can quickly grasp whether this firm is for you or not. Since it is a relatively small sized office, you will sooner or later know quite a lot of Shearman & Sterling lawyers.

    4/5

  • 10. How valuable was the content in helping you to decide on your future career path?
  • They provide a great insight in the type of work they are involved in, and whether this is the right career path for you.

    4/5

    Everything Else

  • 11. Were you paid or reimbursed adequately for this experience?
  • They pay you £350 a week.


  • 12. Were there opportunities for networking and meeting other employees of the company or firm?
  • Every day is a network day.

    5/5

  • 13. How were the networking/ social event opportunities?
  • Very intimate, and engaging. Highly recommend it.

    4/5

  • 14. Did you find out about activities that employees can get involved in outside of work?
  • You manage to find this out by simply talking to the employees during lunch, or just general conversations.

    4/5

  • 15. Would you recommend this insight to a friend?
  • If you want to work in a top City law firm, of course.

    5/5

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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

London

July 2015


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