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Intern Review

at DLA Piper

Internship (1 Month+)

Legal/Law

London

Review Submitted: June 2021

Overall Rating

4.9 /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 - Overview of Experience
5/5 - Skills Development
5/5 - Company Culture
4.5/5 - Overall Experience
5/5 - Recommendations and Advice

Overview of Experience

Please give an overview of the virtual experience and what was involved on a day-to-day basis.
- Attending presentations and workshops
- Participating in Q&A sessions
- Attending Office-specific presentations and workshops
- Attending networking events
- Preparing and presenting a group project
What was it like understanding all about the business and potential roles available?
Very insightful. The Virtual Internship answered a lot of the questions I previously had. Everyone spoke with great clarity and honesty about the nature of their work.
Please rate how insightful you found the virtual experience
5/5
How would you rate the structure of the virtual experience
5/5

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
- Learnt a lot about the working life of the Firm
- Learnt a lot about why DLA Piper's lawyers and business services people do the work they do, what they like about their work, the skills involved
- Learnt about the distinguishing features of the Firm and its industry sector expertise
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?
5/5
How would you rate the knowledge learned around personal or professional skills during the experience?
5/5
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 virtual experience
5/5
What was the company culture and general atmosphere like?
The culture was relaxed but professional. Everyone was very honest about their work and about themselves. Everyone showed an interest in the Interns and was generous with their time.
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 virtual experience?
5/5

Overall Experience

To what extent did you enjoy the virtual experience?
I very much enjoyed the Virtual Internship. It was a worthwhile and constructive experience.
Please rate your level of enjoyment on the virtual experience
5/5
Please rate how your experience met your expectations
4/5
Were you paid or reimbursed adequately for this experience?
I was paid

Recommendations and Advice

Please rate the future employment prospects at DLA Piper
5/5
Would you recommend DLA Piper to a friend?
Yes
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to DLA Piper
Take time to learn about the Firm. Its sector approach, its pro bono initiatives, its global reach. Think of questions and be inquisitive. Otherwise, do not overthink things or worry too much.
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