Summer Vacation Scheme Intern Review

I participated in a variety of workshops. These included workshops to gain insight into the firm's various practice areas, excel in the assessments for the training contract, and complying with the firm's policies (e.g. data security).
I was assigned a supervisor and trainee buddy who were fantastic. They gave me work involving research, minute-taking, and evidence gathering.
I also had "coffee chats" with different professionals who were all very willing to help.

It was both insightful and inspiring. The workshops provided a clear overview of the firm's key sectors and global strategy, while conversations with trainees, associates, and partners offered honest perspectives on the day-to-day realities of different roles and career paths within the firm. Doing so was made easy by the firm’s non-hierarchical structure— everyone, from trainees to partners, was approachable and willing to share their experiences, making me comfortable asking questions.

I deepened my skills in legal research, professional communication, and attention to detail through the tasks above. I also deepened my commercial awareness and understanding of the firm's practice areas through targeted workshops and insightful conversations with supportive professionals across the firm.
I was given a high level of autonomy, which encouraged me to manage my time effectively and be proactive in seeking clarification, all within a supportive environment that valued my contributions.

It was genuinely collaborative and supportive. People treated each other as friends, not just colleagues, and there was a strong emphasis on wellbeing, with weekly check-ins from the Early Careers team and supervisors that made the environment feel inclusive, caring, and people-focused. Other examples included the fact that my trainee buddy did not have to come in everyday (WFH), but she came in just to accompany me.

I thoroughly enjoyed the insight because it offered a well-rounded and realistic view of what a career at the firm entails. Every element of the scheme was thoughtfully designed to help us understand the firm's work and culture. The experience confirmed my strong interest in joining the firm and reinforced my motivation to pursue a legal career in a collaborative, high-performing environment.

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