Summer Intern Review
at DLA Piper
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)
Legal/Law
Edinburgh
Review Submitted: July 2022
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
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Overview of Experience
5/5
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Skills Development
4.8/5
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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.
The first four days consisted of talks from senior members of the firm and graduate recruitment, networking with all UK, Dubai and Dublin interns and group exercises. The next two weeks we were immersed within two sectors of the firm, and supervised by either a senior associate, legal director or partner.
What was it like understanding all about the business and potential roles available?
We heard from all different sector heads from around the world as well as experiencing two different practice groups within the office. It was exciting to see the variety of role available within the firm.
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?
I have developed upon my professional communication skills, drafting ability as well as my legal research skills. During my time in London we also were given tips on how to network and public speak more effectively.
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?
There was many social events both in London and in my office, and everyone was very friendly. One of the external sports clubs in the Edinburgh office for instance is the mixed touch rugby team. There are a wide range of diversity initiatives that you can join in the firm and has diversity-encouraging strategies and statistical transparency. DLA also put a strong emphasis on its ESG and pro-bono work - this is extremely impressive.
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?
Really enjoyed the insight experience. Meeting all the other interns was an amazing experience. The office I worked in was very friendly - everyone spoke openly to me. I also got to contribute to real on-going work with large clients- this went beyond my expectations.
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
The process is purposely made as straightforward as possible. The application only having one written question - so focus on making that question great! In preparation for the assessment centre, make sure you give yourself time to set up your work station (if online), get yourself a drink, make sure you have your charger and a set of headphones. During the AC remember to listen to others and show your personality. GOOD LUCK!
