Vacation Scheme Review
at Linklaters
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)
Legal/Law
London
Review Submitted: August 2024
Overall Rating
3.2 /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!
3/5
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Overview of Experience
3.3/5
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Skills Development
3.5/5
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Company Culture
3.5/5
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Overall Experience
3/5
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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.
On a typical day, the morning would focus on sessions led by particular groups /departments in the firm. The afternoon was spent in the office of our Principal in each of our groups, where we would complete tasks set by people in our group or trainee development.
What was it like understanding all about the business and potential roles available?
It was helpful to hear first-hand from trainees at the firm how they found the experience of the training contract.
Please rate how insightful you found the insight
4/5
How would you rate the structure of the insight
2/5
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
I have learnt how to be resillient in the face of challenges posed during the Vacation Scheme.
How would you rate the training provided during your experience?
3/5
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?
3/5
Please rate how the knowledge learned has helped you with regards to your career development
3/5
Company Culture
How would you rate business leader involvement during the insight
4/5
What was the company culture and general atmosphere like?
On the whole, it felt very casual. It seemed that groups knew each other quite well. I think it was very hit-or-miss between different groups/individuals as to how welcomed you felt - I myself experienced both positive and negative interactions.
How would you rate the inclusiveness of the culture?
2/5
How would you rate the networking opportunities?
5/5
Please rate how valued you felt during your insight?
3/5
Overall Experience
To what extent did you enjoy the insight?
The work itself was extremely enjoyable, and it was exciting to have the opportunity to get involved. My Principal and Trainee Buddy were very friendly and took time out of their busy schedules to ensure I had a positive Vacation Scheme experience.
However, the experience was somewhat sullied by the lack of support felt regarding disabilities. Whilst some support is offered, it seemed that there were negative implications should you seek to rely on that support. This made the remainder of the Scheme rather uncomfortable, which was unfortunate.
However, the experience was somewhat sullied by the lack of support felt regarding disabilities. Whilst some support is offered, it seemed that there were negative implications should you seek to rely on that support. This made the remainder of the Scheme rather uncomfortable, which was unfortunate.
Please rate your level of enjoyment on the insight
3/5
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 Linklaters
3/5
Would you recommend Linklaters to a friend?
Yes
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Linklaters
If you have a disability, I would do some research into how the firm compares with others regarding inclusivity from people who actually work/have done a scheme there. I would also advise you to advocate for yourself if you need support and feel uncomfortable relying on it due to those around you.
On a more general note, prepare questions that are imporant to your decision of whether Linklaters is right for you or not.
On a more general note, prepare questions that are imporant to your decision of whether Linklaters is right for you or not.
