Vacation Scheme Student Review
at Linklaters
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)
Commercial Law
london
Review Submitted: September 2021
Overall Rating
5 /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
5/5
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Skills Development
5/5
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Company Culture
5/5
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Overall Experience
5/5
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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.
There were talks everyday introducing us to different aspects of the firm. In addition, we had the chance to network by reaching out to lawyers at the firm. We were assigned tasks to complete and had allocated time to do so.
What was it like understanding all about the business and potential roles available?
It confirmed some of what I knew already, but definitely opened my eyes to the various aspects of a trainee's role. By participating in the scheme, I was convinced that the firm is where I wanted to work.
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 was able to develop my critical thinking and communication skills. By engaging in trainee tasks, I had to think more commercially and laterally. Because the scheme was online, I learnt to form relationships virtually and had to ensure that my written communication was sound.
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?
Fantastic. Everyone was extremely friendly and supportive. Questions were encouraged. Never felt intimidated or scared to reach out to someone, and everyone made time for me.
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?
To a large extent. It was helpful for me to get to know the firm too. In terms of trainee tasks and the day to day role of a lawyer at Linklaters especially, I understood more what a career at the firm would look like. I could also confirm what people had said about the culture.
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 Linklaters
5/5
Would you recommend Linklaters to a friend?
Yes
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Linklaters
Be yourself! The firm is looking for individuals who are diverse in their thinking to add perspective. Prepare thoroughly for the AC, understand some technical legal concepts e.g. M&A. Work hard during the scheme, make an effort to network.
