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2021 Virtual Insight Scheme Review

at DLA Piper

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Corporate Law

London

Review Submitted: March 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
4.8/5 - Company Culture
5/5 - Overall Experience
5/5 - Recommendations and Advice

Overview of Experience

Please give an overview of the insight and what was involved on a day-to-day basis.
Each day we heard from a variety of speakers about their role within their firm and advice for students at out stage of the application process. We also had opportunities to ask questions. Furthermore, there were interactive workshops explaining more about the route to qualifying as a solicitor and what to expect if we move forward with the application process
What was it like understanding all about the business and potential roles available?
I felt that the Graduate Recruitment Team did an amazing job at explaining the format of DLA Piper's business and detailing the options available to us within the firm both now and in the future. Often such large firms can have very complex management systems but everything was broken down such that I feel I received an excellent insight into DLA Piper both as a business and a potential workplace.
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?
Yes. I feel that the programme was extremely beneficial to making me more comfortable with networking online as well as equipping me with knowledge I can take forward in my pursuit of a career in law. The programme gave me the opportunity to carry out simulated tasks similar to that of trainee lawyer as well as building upon interview and application skills.
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 insight
5/5
What was the company culture and general atmosphere like?
I honestly felt that DLA Piper had one of the most open, inclusive and welcoming company cultures I have been exposed to in an insight programme. Initiatives for diversity and inclusion were extensively detailed to us and felt like a proper concern and interest of those involved, rather than simply being a tick-box initiative. Furthermore, every speaker and member of the Grad Team seem genuinely approachable. I would love to work here in the future.
How would you rate the inclusiveness of the culture?
5/5
How would you rate the networking opportunities?
4/5
Please rate how valued you felt during your insight?
5/5

Overall Experience

To what extent did you enjoy the insight?
I really enjoyed the programme. It completely surpassed my expectations, particularly considering it was conducted in a virtual format. It gave an insight into every aspect of life at DLA Piper and the enthusiasm expressed towards us felt truly genuine.
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 not paid and had no expenses

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
Be authentic as they definitely have a genuine interest in getting to know their applicants as people.
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