Summer Intern Review
at DLA Piper
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)
Commercial Law
Manchester
Review Submitted: July 2025
Overall Rating
4.2 /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!
4.5/5
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Overview of Experience
4.5/5
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Skills Development
3.8/5
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Company Culture
5/5
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Overall Experience
3/5
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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 worked in two different practice groups across the three weeks. I worked in Litigation and Regulation, along with Restructuring. The tasks were a mix of live work and work that had been prepared for interns. The variety of work was good. Some of the tasks I got involved in were: preparing a Statement of Costs, verifying a Notice of Appointment and drafting a client alert.
What was it like understanding all about the business and potential roles available?
It was very useful! I am always wanted to be a lawyer but have not yet had any experience in a law firm. Starting my law conversion in September my time as a Summer Intern has re-enforced that this is the right career path for me.
Please rate how insightful you found the insight
5/5
How would you rate the structure of the insight
4/5
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
I have definitely learnt new skills and developed existing ones. I think my professional communication skilled have been elevated, both in real conversions and in email format. I also think my research skills have been developed and my legal knowledge has improved. Overall, I think I have a much better understanding of how the law is practically applied.
How would you rate the training provided during your experience?
4/5
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
4/5
Company Culture
How would you rate business leader involvement during the insight
4/5
What was the company culture and general atmosphere like?
It was amazing. Everyone has been so welcoming and many have taken significant time out of their busy day to talk to me, which I really appreciated.
How would you rate the inclusiveness of the culture?
4/5
How would you rate the networking opportunities?
3/5
Please rate how valued you felt during your insight?
4/5
Overall Experience
To what extent did you enjoy the insight?
I have loved the experience. The work has definitely been a highlight, but more than that the people that I have met.
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
Recommendations and Advice
Please rate the future employment prospects at DLA Piper
3/5
Would you recommend DLA Piper to a friend?
Yes
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to DLA Piper
Be yourself and be friendly. Working hard is a minimum but it is equally as important to get to know the people in your team.
