Vacation Scheme Student Review
at Gibson Dunn & Crutcher LLP
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)
Commercial Law, Corporate Law, Legal/Law
London
Review Submitted: July 2023
Overall Rating
4.8 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
5/5
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Overview of Experience
4.5/5
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Skills Development
5/5
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Company Culture
5/5
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Overall Experience
4/5
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Recommendations and Advice
Overview of Experience
Please give an overview of the insight and what was involved on a day-to-day basis.
Overall the vacation scheme was very well organised and engaging. Each day we had presentations by partners and associates of the different departments in the firm, introducing us to their work as well as their own personal backgrounds. We also had the freedom to independently organise meetings with partners, associates or trainees to learn more about their areas of work and ask to get further involved.
What was it like understanding all about the business and potential roles available?
The scheme was built around giving us a comprehensive overview of the firm’s work and what our potential future at the firm may look like. It gave me a chance to explore areas I didn’t think of before by reaching out to individuals and completing tasks for them to gain a better understanding of the area.
Please rate how insightful you found the insight
5/5
How would you rate the structure of the insight
5/5
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
The scheme was really comprehensive in giving you an understanding of what skills are necessary in a legal career. It required a lot of time management to balance tasks you’re given but also make sure you interact with people at the firm, giving you the chance to develop communication skills further. I got the chance to develop technical skills on using legal platforms to complete administrative tasks for my supervisor.
How would you rate the training provided during your experience?
5/5
How would you rate the knowledge learned around industry-specific skills during the experience?
4/5
How would you rate the knowledge learned around personal or professional skills during the experience?
4/5
Please rate how the knowledge learned has helped you with regards to your career development
5/5
Company Culture
How would you rate business leader involvement during the insight
5/5
What was the company culture and general atmosphere like?
Everyone at the firm was incredibly welcoming, from staff members to partners, everyone made sure that vacation scheme students felt comfortable and included. This was reflective of the general culture of the firm which is very close knit and friendly. The supervisors were very encouraging and supportive. Meeting associates and partners from the firm’s global offices, it appeared that this culture was reflected in all its international offices.
How would you rate the inclusiveness of the culture?
5/5
How would you rate the networking opportunities?
5/5
Please rate how valued you felt during your insight?
5/5
Overall Experience
To what extent did you enjoy the insight?
The scheme was very enjoyable. We had a number of different events organised where all the people of the firm were very keen to attend. This included after-work drinks as well as movie screenings organised in the office. The efforts of the firm to integrate us in their culture were very evident and it allowed us to create connections with most people at the office and importantly, become closer with the other vacation scheme students.
Please rate your level of enjoyment on the insight
5/5
Please rate how your experience met your expectations
5/5
Were you paid or reimbursed adequately for this experience?
I was paid
Recommendations and Advice
Please rate the future employment prospects at Gibson Dunn & Crutcher LLP
4/5
Would you recommend Gibson Dunn & Crutcher LLP to a friend?
Yes
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Gibson Dunn & Crutcher LLP
Apart from commercial awareness and knowledge required by any global firm of this scale, Gibson Dunn also focuses a lot on personality to ensure it matches with the firm’s culture. Make sure you make active efforts to learn about the firm’s culture and show your willingness to integrate through the interviews.
