Summer Intern Review
at DLA Piper
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)
Commercial Law
Leeds
Review Submitted: July 2022
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.
In our allocated practice groups, our days would be very varied. Some days I would have a client meeting or practice group meeting, other days I would be given tasks to work on that met the objectives set by the Early Careers Team.
We were given a lot of responsibilities and important tasks which contributed to assisting partners and other members of the team in their matters.
We were given a lot of responsibilities and important tasks which contributed to assisting partners and other members of the team in their matters.
What was it like understanding all about the business and potential roles available?
It was very interesting. DLA Piper has a range of practice areas that are all very varied. One of the most interesting roles available was the potential involvement in a Pro-Bono practice area and the fantastic work that their team are involved in.
We had a daily insight talk that was lead by the Global Head of the practice area and we were able to pose any questions that we had to them.
We had a daily insight talk that was lead by the Global Head of the practice area and we were able to pose any questions that we had to them.
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 definitely. In our first week we were given a workshop about presentations and the internship provided me with the opportunity to use these tips from the speaker. Moreover, I have developed my networking skills and ability to form and sustain meaningful connections with people over time.
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?
DLA Piper is a very happy place to be. All of the teams that I worked in had positive, enthusiastic and supportive individuals who made me feel very comfortable and involved in the work and their community from the first day.
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?
I enjoyed the vacation scheme very much. It has been a fantastic experience and I have learnt so much about the firm, the people and the work that DLA Piper do. DLA Piper is an extremely ethical business and I felt privileged to have the opportunity to spend three weeks in their offices.
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 and reimbursed 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
It's important to understand the values of DLA Piper and to ensure that these are conveyed through your application.
