Legal Review
at Visa
Internship (1 Month+)
Legal/Law
Paddington, Greater London
Review Submitted: August 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 Role
5/5
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Skills Development
5/5
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Support and Guidance
5/5
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Company Culture
5/5
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Overall Experience
5/5
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Future Career Prospects
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis.
Assist in the preparation and review of legal documents, including powers of attorney, resolutions, etc.
· Conduct legal research and provide summaries on various data privacy, employment, sourcing, corporate governance and entity management issues.
· Support the team in ensuring compliance with corporate policies, regulations, and legal standards.
· Help organise and maintain corporate records, including governance documents.
· Coordinate with various departments to gather information and ensure legal and governance requirements are met.
· Support ad-hoc projects as assigned by the Corporate Legal and Governance team
· Conduct legal research and provide summaries on various data privacy, employment, sourcing, corporate governance and entity management issues.
· Support the team in ensuring compliance with corporate policies, regulations, and legal standards.
· Help organise and maintain corporate records, including governance documents.
· Coordinate with various departments to gather information and ensure legal and governance requirements are met.
· Support ad-hoc projects as assigned by the Corporate Legal and Governance team
Were you given much responsibility during your placement / internship?
Yes, I was given a meaningful level of responsibility during my internship, which made the experience both engaging and rewarding. From early on, I was trusted to work independently on tasks that contributed to broader team objectives. For example, I was involved in documenting governance processes or supporting the Visa Direct expansion, which required attention to detail, research, and coordination across different teams.
While I always had support available when needed, I appreciated that I wasn’t micromanaged. This autonomy helped me build confidence in my decision-making and problem-solving skills. I was also encouraged to take ownership of my work, present updates, and suggest improvements, which made me feel like a valued member of the team rather than just an observer.
Overall, the level of responsibility I was given struck a good balance—it challenged me to grow professionally while ensuring I had the guidance to succeed.
While I always had support available when needed, I appreciated that I wasn’t micromanaged. This autonomy helped me build confidence in my decision-making and problem-solving skills. I was also encouraged to take ownership of my work, present updates, and suggest improvements, which made me feel like a valued member of the team rather than just an observer.
Overall, the level of responsibility I was given struck a good balance—it challenged me to grow professionally while ensuring I had the guidance to succeed.
Please rate how meaningful the work you were doing was
5/5
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills, or developed your existing skills?
· Right to work in the country you are applying to
· Penultimate year of university
· Ability to work full time over the summer (June/July-Aug/Sept)
· Currently enrolled in a law degree program, or a related field (e.g., business administration, public policy).
· Strong interest in corporate law, governance, and compliance with excellent research, analytical, and writing skills.
· High attention to detail and strong organisational abilities.
· Ability to handle confidential information with integrity and discretion.
· Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
· Strong interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work as part of a team
· Penultimate year of university
· Ability to work full time over the summer (June/July-Aug/Sept)
· Currently enrolled in a law degree program, or a related field (e.g., business administration, public policy).
· Strong interest in corporate law, governance, and compliance with excellent research, analytical, and writing skills.
· High attention to detail and strong organisational abilities.
· Ability to handle confidential information with integrity and discretion.
· Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
· Strong interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work as part of a team
How would you rate the training provided during your experience?
5/5
How would you rate your development of industry-specific skills during the experience?
5/5
How would you rate your development of personal / soft skills during the experience?
5/5
Please rate how these skills have helped you in your career development
5/5
Support and Guidance
How much support and guidance did you receive during your placement / internship?
I received a strong level of support and guidance throughout my internship, which made a significant difference in my overall experience. From the outset, my manager and team were welcoming and took the time to help me understand the structure, expectations, and goals of my role. Regular check-ins and feedback sessions ensured I stayed on track and felt confident in the work I was doing.
Whenever I encountered challenges—whether technical, procedural, or simply unfamiliar territory—I felt comfortable reaching out for help. My colleagues were approachable and generous with their time, often offering insights from their own experiences that helped me learn more effectively.
In addition to informal support, there were structured opportunities for development, such as training sessions, access to resources, and involvement in team meetings. These helped me build both my technical knowledge and my understanding of the broader business context.
Overall, the guidance I received was consistent, constructive, and empowering. It not only helped me succeed in my tasks but also encouraged me to take initiative and grow professionally.
Whenever I encountered challenges—whether technical, procedural, or simply unfamiliar territory—I felt comfortable reaching out for help. My colleagues were approachable and generous with their time, often offering insights from their own experiences that helped me learn more effectively.
In addition to informal support, there were structured opportunities for development, such as training sessions, access to resources, and involvement in team meetings. These helped me build both my technical knowledge and my understanding of the broader business context.
Overall, the guidance I received was consistent, constructive, and empowering. It not only helped me succeed in my tasks but also encouraged me to take initiative and grow professionally.
How would you rate the support and guidance from your line manager?
5/5
How would you rate the support and guidance from the wider team?
5/5
Company Culture
What was the company culture and general atmosphere like?
Partnership and Collaboration: Employees are encouraged to work together across teams and geographies. Programs like Visa’s UPLIFT initiative and employee resource groups foster innovative collaboration.
Team Empowerment: Visa invests in its people through initiatives like Visa University and educational assistance programs, promoting career growth and team synergy.
Flexibility: Hybrid work policies and wellness programs (e.g., fitness centers) support work-life balance and adaptability.
Community Support: Employees are given paid time off for volunteering, reinforcing Visa’s commitment to social responsibility
Team Empowerment: Visa invests in its people through initiatives like Visa University and educational assistance programs, promoting career growth and team synergy.
Flexibility: Hybrid work policies and wellness programs (e.g., fitness centers) support work-life balance and adaptability.
Community Support: Employees are given paid time off for volunteering, reinforcing Visa’s commitment to social responsibility
How would you rate the inclusiveness of the culture?
5/5
How would you rate the social opportunities?
5/5
How would you rate the diversity initiatives?
5/5
How would you rate the charity, sustainability and corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives?
5/5
Overall Experience
To what extent did you enjoy your placement / internship?
I thoroughly enjoyed my internship and found it to be a highly rewarding experience. It offered a great balance between learning and contributing, allowing me to develop both professionally and personally. I appreciated the opportunity to work on real-world projects—particularly those related to governance and money movement—which gave me insight into how legal and regulatory frameworks operate within a global organisation.
The environment was supportive and inclusive, and I felt encouraged to ask questions, share ideas, and take initiative. I especially valued the exposure to cross-functional teams and the chance to observe how different departments collaborate to achieve shared goals.
While there were moments of challenge, such as adapting to new systems or understanding complex regulatory concepts, these were part of the learning curve and helped me grow. Overall, the placement exceeded my expectations and confirmed my interest in pursuing a career in this field.
The environment was supportive and inclusive, and I felt encouraged to ask questions, share ideas, and take initiative. I especially valued the exposure to cross-functional teams and the chance to observe how different departments collaborate to achieve shared goals.
While there were moments of challenge, such as adapting to new systems or understanding complex regulatory concepts, these were part of the learning curve and helped me grow. Overall, the placement exceeded my expectations and confirmed my interest in pursuing a career in this field.
Please rate your level of enjoyment on your placement / internship
5/5
Please rate how your experience met your expectations
5/5
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Visa to a friend?
Yes
What advice would you give to others applying to Visa
My advice to anyone applying to Visa would be to approach the opportunity with curiosity, preparation, and a willingness to learn. Visa values individuals who are proactive, adaptable, and genuinely interested in the work they do—so make sure your application reflects that.
Understand the company’s mission and values. Visa is deeply involved in innovation, financial inclusion, and secure money movement. Tailor your application to show how your interests and skills align with these goals.
Highlight relevant experience and transferable skills. Even if you’re early in your career, showcase projects, coursework, or extracurriculars that demonstrate your analytical thinking, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
Be open to learning. During the internship, you’ll likely be exposed to areas you haven’t worked in before. Embrace that. Ask questions, seek feedback, and take initiative—it’s a great way to grow and make a positive impression.
Network and engage. Visa has a collaborative culture. Take the time to connect with colleagues across teams, attend internal events, and learn from others’ experiences. It can open doors and deepen your understanding of the business.
Stay organised and reflective. Keep track of your progress, challenges, and achievements. This will help you make the most of your internship and articulate your growth when it comes time for evaluations or future applications.
Understand the company’s mission and values. Visa is deeply involved in innovation, financial inclusion, and secure money movement. Tailor your application to show how your interests and skills align with these goals.
Highlight relevant experience and transferable skills. Even if you’re early in your career, showcase projects, coursework, or extracurriculars that demonstrate your analytical thinking, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
Be open to learning. During the internship, you’ll likely be exposed to areas you haven’t worked in before. Embrace that. Ask questions, seek feedback, and take initiative—it’s a great way to grow and make a positive impression.
Network and engage. Visa has a collaborative culture. Take the time to connect with colleagues across teams, attend internal events, and learn from others’ experiences. It can open doors and deepen your understanding of the business.
Stay organised and reflective. Keep track of your progress, challenges, and achievements. This will help you make the most of your internship and articulate your growth when it comes time for evaluations or future applications.
Future Career Prospects
Please rate the future employment prospects at Visa
5/5
Did you receive an offer to return as a graduate?
Waiting to hear
