Summer Scheme Participant Review
at RPC
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)
Legal/Law
London
Review Submitted: July 2022
Overall Rating
4.6 /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!
4/5
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Overview of Experience
4.8/5
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Skills Development
4.8/5
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Company Culture
4.5/5
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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.
I was involved in tasks such as carrying out legal research, preparing research notes, comparing versions of correspondence, reviewing contracts and preparing a note on a talk I attended. I also attended many talks such as a Crypto workshop, partner panel and London Tech Week. There were also socials for the summer scheme participants to interact such as mini golf and volunteering.
What was it like understanding all about the business and potential roles available?
It was exciting and motivating to see how a commercial law firm operates on a daily basis. As a graduate, I have read and spoken to a lot of people about what they do but it was fantastic to witness first-hand 'commercial law' and get involved in real tasks.
Please rate how insightful you found the insight
4/5
How would you rate the structure of the insight
4/5
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
I developed my communication skills. The scheme was busy and I was able to meet a lot of different people both in person and via teams meetings. As a result my written and verbal communication improved. My time management also improved managing the busy schedule whilst ensuring I completed the department work in a timely manner.
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?
4/5
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?
The culture was fantastic. Everyone I encountered, from current trainees to senior partners, was welcoming, approachable and genuinely wanted to get to know you. Despite only being at the firm for two weeks, I met so many people and this was largely due to the supportive, friendly, collegiate culture which is facilitated by the firm's open plan office structure.
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?
I really enjoyed my time there. The scheme allowed me to get involved with so many different parts of the firm whilst also allowing ample time for departmental work. I was able to witness first-hand the firm's culture and understand why RPC has such a strong reputation for being an enjoyable, supportive place to be but also with high-quality work.
Please rate your level of enjoyment on the insight
5/5
Please rate how your experience met your expectations
4/5
Were you paid or reimbursed adequately for this experience?
I was paid
Recommendations and Advice
Please rate the future employment prospects at RPC
5/5
Would you recommend RPC to a friend?
Yes
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to RPC
I would advise anyone who is applying to RPC to do your research, learn about all the different things the firm has to offer and speak to as many people as possible to try and find out if the firm is the right fit for you. It is important to learn about people's experiences to determine whether this is the place you want to try and develop your career in the longer term.
