Winter Vacation Scheme Intern Review

- Attending really interesting and inspiring talks about the firm's core practice areas, sectors of growth, the firm's social networks/diversity & inclusion initiatives, the firm's values and future outlook/strategy
- Developing important legal and business skills through completing group tasks
- Preparation for group presentations
- Working on live deals with trainees, associates and partners
- Sitting in client calls
- Socialising and networking with lawyers, the graduate recruitment team and students on the scheme

It was really interesting learning about areas of the business I didn't initially know much about (e.g. we had a fascinating talk from the Life Sciences practice). We also networked with industry specialists, learning about all kinds of practice areas from renewable energy to tech M&A and IP litigation. The graduate recruitment team were always available to answer our questions about the training contract, pro bono work, social networks etc.

- Further developed analytical skills, teamwork, attention to detail, the importance of always being open-minded and excited to take on a challenge
- Was encouraged to be innovative and creative when solving problems
- Learnt important professional and personal skills of how to really thrive as a team in the commercial work space and cultivating a positive and productive working culture

- Inclusive, diverse, innovative and forward-thinking
- We were introduced to many of the social networks including the Gender Equality Network, A&Out, Race & Ethnicity Network etc.
- We learnt about the sports clubs available to all employees and the many local community/pro bono initiatives

It exceeded my expectations. The company culture was really positive, dynamic and inclusive. Everyone was very welcoming and the work was stimulating and challenging.

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