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Insight Day Review

at Irwin Mitchell

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Legal/Law

Birmingham

Review Submitted: June 2026

Overall Rating

4.8 /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 - Overview of Experience
4.8/5 - Skills Development
4.8/5 - Company Culture
5/5 - Overall Experience
5/5 - Recommendations and Advice

Overview of Experience

Please give an overview of the insight and what was involved on a day-to-day basis.

The insight day at Irwin Mitchell was a fantastic experience. I was able to gain a deeper understanding into the practice areas the firm offers, meet trainees/associates and had a final interview. Overall, the experience was very supportive, friendly and everyone was really approachable.

How would you rate the structure of the insight

5/5

What was it like understanding all about the business and potential roles available?

The Insight day included different presentations from a range of practice areas where we learned about the business, clients and the firm overall.

Please rate how insightful you found the insight

5/5

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

During the Insight day I developed more interpersonal skills during the networking lunch and interviews. We also had the opportunity to interact with the other students on the Insight day.

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

5/5

Company Culture

What was the company culture and general atmosphere like?

The culture at Irwin Mitchell is very inclusive, supportive and friendly.

How would you rate the inclusiveness of the culture?

5/5

Please rate how valued you felt during your insight?

5/5

How would you rate business leader involvement during the insight

4/5

How would you rate the networking opportunities?

5/5

Overall Experience

To what extent did you enjoy the insight?

I enjoyed the structure of the Insight day and how well organised it was. I had a positive experience with the presentations, interview and networking lunch.

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 not paid and had no expenses

Recommendations and Advice

Would you recommend Irwin Mitchell to a friend?

Yes

What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Irwin Mitchell

I would advise a student to research into the firm's values, culture and the type of work that Irwin Mitchell offers.

Please rate the future employment prospects at Irwin Mitchell

5/5

Did you receive an offer to return as an intern or a graduate?

Yes
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