Rating

6/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
  • As a work experience student, I was able to shadow solicitors and trainee solicitors and attend expert meetings as well as complete tasks for the people in department.

    8/10

  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
  • My research skills have improved and I have developed my communication skills as well as interpersonal skills.

    9/10

  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
  • The company was a friendly and comfortable environment to work in. I enjoyed working in various departments and overall the experience exceeded my expectations.

    9/10

  • 4. How valued do you feel by Pinsent Masons?
  • I feel like some of the tasks I completed did contribute to work of the department.

    5/10

  • 5. How well organised/structured is your programme?
  • The structure of the week was very good, with interesting talks in the morning and a good amount of time allocated for lunch. We definitely had plenty of time to complete work at our desks as well.

    7/10

  • 6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?
  • Most of the training providers were very friendly and approachable. They gave good advice and were generally nice to talk to.

    8/10

  • 6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?
  • Don't think I met the employer.

    5/10

  • 7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?
  • We don't get any money but getting the train to work for 5 days cost roughly £100.

    1/10

  • 8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?
  • After getting home, I didn't have much time on my hands.

    2/10

  • 9. Would you recommend Pinsent Masons to a friend?
  • Yes


  • 9b. Why?
  • It was a rewarding and enjoyable experience.


  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Pinsent Masons?
  • try your best to talk to as many people as you can to get the most out of the experience.


Details

Work Experience

Legal/Law

Central London & City

August 2017


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