Summer Intern Review
at DLA Piper
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)
Corporate Law
London
Review Submitted: July 2025
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.
We were given many trainee tasks throughout the internship, attended networking events and client meetings, as well had individual meetings with various members of each placement we were in.
What was it like understanding all about the business and potential roles available?
We were given a lot of insight into what the business entails, notably considering that there is new leadership and the changes taking place in the sector. We were welcomed warmly into the firm and everyone took the time to speak to us individually if we asked to have a discussion.
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've learnt a lot about attention to detail, networking and ensuring that things are properly formatted.
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?
The culture was welcoming, friendly, supportive and collaborative. They always encouraged growth and nurtured our pre-existing skills.
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 loved it, I felt included every day of my scheme.
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
I would suggest that people ensure that they have researched the firm and to show genuine interest in the work. It is also crucial to indicate readiness to grow and adapt.
