Vacation Scheme Student Review

by Shearman & Sterling LLP

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Rating

4.6/5
  • About You
    4.4
  • The Company
    4.8
  • Everything Else
    4.8

    About You

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

    • Great vac scheme with lots of real work to get involved with.

    4/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued during your time at the company or firm?

    • Having spent time in two departments, I found that it depended on how busy the particular department was as to whether I could do any valuable work for the team. However everyone makes a conscious effort to keep you busy and make you feel welcome.

    4/5
  • 3. How much guidance/support did you receive during the insight?

    • My supervisors and trainee mentors were excellent in giving me clear instructions, and feedback where necessary.

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

    • My experience gave me a real insight into life at an international commercial law firm, and a real feel of what it is like to be a trainee.

    5/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?

    • Good balance between department presentations, social events and time in the office.

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

    • The atmosphere is generally dependent on the department in which you are working; however there was always a very welcoming, friendly atmosphere from everyone in the firm.

    4/5
  • 7. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • The firm invests a lot of time into ensuring vac schemers are made to feel welcome. Additionally, the supervisors and mentors take the time to provide guidance and feedback to any work completed.

    5/5
  • 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?

    • The firm attempts to treat you, as far as possible, as if you were a trainee; this provides a realistic account of the day-to-day life of a trainee and allows you to feel part of the team.

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

    • The office is not huge so it is very easy to get a true account of the culture of the firm - everyone is very genuine and friendly.

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

    • The department presentations were invaluable as they gave an indepth account of the sort of work to expect to undertake as a trainee in that department.

    5/5

    Everything Else

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

    • Excellent salary which helps cover living and travel costs in London.

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

    • Vac schemers are encouraged to attend workshops and talks with other members of the firm, and people from all levels are willing to introduce themselves and talk to you.

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

    • Great mixture of socials, including dinner at Duck & Waffle and a cookery class, which allow you to meet a range of individuals from the firm and get to know your fellow vac schemers better.

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

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

    • A very informative, fun, and friendly vacation scheme - a great place to work.

    5/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

London

July 2015

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