Vacation Scheme Placement Review

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Rating

4/5
  • The Role
    3.9
  • The Company
    4.6
  • The Culture
    3.5

    The Role

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

    • Really enjoyed the two weeks Extremely organised Very insightful] Friendly approachable atmosphere Grad Recruitment always ensured everything was happy and running smoothly Real insight into being a trainee at the firm

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

    • Everyone was welcoming, friendly and extremely helpful! Always willing to help and advise with work, interviews etc. Felt part of the team in both departments I worke in.

    4/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • Supervisors were brilliant - particularly second week! Always giving guidance, work and there for a good coffee.

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

    • Most days were busy. Odd occassion where work was low but often to do with not being qualified enough to complete the work. However there was always other things available to fill time e.g. CSR opportunities.

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

    • Given alot of responsibility to get on with my work - however work was always checked and feedback generally given to aid improvement.

    3/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • Experience in the workplace is always key. Gained and improved skills such as communication and able to try out new opportunies such as negotiating.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • Extremely friendly and very nice atmospshere to work in. People all friendly and easy to talk to and generally felt as if I was part of the team.

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

    • very well organised to ensure that we got the best out of the two weeks in terms of understanding all aspects of the firm from legal departments to business strategy with exposure to all levels of people including partners. Additionally the social events were a chance for people to get to know one another outside the workplace, which was great.

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

    • Gave insight through workshops and seminars but not applicable as such to teh vacation scheme.

    4/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Subsidised Canteen
    5/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • would love the prospect of working for the firm - its reputation, culture and people and development opportunites are key stand out points.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Enjoyed everyone's company and the chance to get to know people individually on the social events. Pedi bus was a must do activity!

    4/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • Tube Pass - relative cost for london travel.

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

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

    • I had the opportunity to attend a CSR afternoon and coffee with my superviors.

    4/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

London

June 2011

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