Summer Vacation Scheme Participant Review
at A&O Shearman
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)
Legal/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.
In the mornings, we would usually have interactive presentations or workshops delivered by the firm's different practice areas such as Disputes, Global Financial Markets, Finance and Corporate. During 'desk time', I assisted my trainer with a transaction he was working on. I was well-integrated into the team and was given meaningful tasks. Throughout the scheme, there were also many networking lunches and socials to get to know more people at the firm as well as fellow Vacation Scheme participants.
What was it like understanding all about the business and potential roles available?
The Vacation Scheme provided me with valuable insight into all aspects of the firm, from the day-to-day work and the firm's long-term growth strategy to the firm's culture with its various affinity networks and pro bono initiatives.
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 my time management skills as we had to work on a group project throughout the scheme. I have also strengthened my communication, drafting, research and public speaking skills as well as my attention to detail.
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?
Everyone I met was very friendly and generous with their time. My trainer was also incredibly supportive. It felt like a diverse environment where everyone was valued for who they were.
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 had a fantastic experience: not only did I learn a lot and built new skills, but I also met many great people that I look forward to staying in touch with.
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 A&O Shearman
5/5
Would you recommend A&O Shearman to a friend?
Yes
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to A&O Shearman
I would recommend that prospective applicants research the firm not only through its website but also by attending any online events organised by the firm and reaching out to people who have had direct contact with the firm.
