Summer Intern Review
at DLA Piper
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)
Legal/Law
Manchester
Review Submitted: July 2025
Overall Rating
4.4 /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!
4/5
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Overview of Experience
4.5/5
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Skills Development
4.8/5
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Company Culture
4/5
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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.
The days can be quite different depending on what seat you are in however, if you have a big task it would often involve filling out templates, drafting documents and doing research. Some seats will have the opportunity to get you involved on client calls in real life matters. Also, you will have regular daily debriefs with your supervisor to monitor progress.
What was it like understanding all about the business and potential roles available?
Learning about the business was very insightful as we held a 3 day induction in London with various speakers outlining the firm's new strategy and the future of the firm. Various partners talked about their different practice groups and the variety of roles available and being able to experience two seats gives you a different perspective.
Please rate how insightful you found the insight
4/5
How would you rate the structure of the insight
4/5
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
I would say I have developed my resilience particularly when given a challenging task and being able to overcome it. Furthermore, my attention to detail has been tested and improved after reviewing important documents you will get scrutinised for minor errors so ensuring you triple check your work. In addition to this, I have developed my commercial awareness especially as you see the issues relate to real cases.
How would you rate the training provided during your experience?
4/5
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?
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?
The culture of the firm is reflective of the values and ethos of the firm - it was very collaborative and supportive. We had regular debriefs with our supervisors and our trainee buddy's were very helpful when we had general questions or advice. The induction gave us the opportunity to connect with all of our interns before we started and made the process more relaxing. The professionals around me have really demonstrated the 'exceptional' nature of the firm and standards you aspire to be at.
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?
4/5
Overall Experience
To what extent did you enjoy the insight?
I would say I have enjoyed the insight and particularly enjoyed learning from the best professionals. Although some of the tasks are challenging, I believe they are a catalyst to developing professionally. I have felt connected to my fellow interns and the trainees of the firm which has helped me feel comfortable during my internship. Overall, I think the internship has proved invaluable for my learning and development as a person.
Please rate your level of enjoyment on the insight
4/5
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
4/5
Would you recommend DLA Piper to a friend?
Yes
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to DLA Piper
Do a lot of research into the firm and what they value - this is key for applications and while you are on the internship as you want to embody these values. The firm has a lot of things that differentiates them from other firms so try use that to leverage in your applications to show you know the firm and if you can try to attend open days.
