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Intern Review

by DLA Piper

Best Student Employer

Rating

5/5
  • Skills
    5.0
  • Responsibilities
    5.0
  • Support & Guidance
    5.0
  • Culture
    5.0
  • Your Impressions
    5.0

    Overview

  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis.
  • I assist with research tasks, reviewing case law and drafting internal notes to support the team. I also help with updating documents, sitting in on meetings, and occasionally contribute to client-facing communications or materials. The role has given me exposure to a variety of legal areas and practical insight into how the teams operate on a daily basis.


    Skills

  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills, or developed your existing skills?
  • I've developed key skills in legal research, drafting and reviewing documents, and effectively communicating complex information. I've also strengthened my attention to detail, time management, and ability to work collaboratively within 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

    Responsibilities

  • 3. Were you given much responsibility during your placement / internship?
  • I was trusted with a significant level of responsibility throughout my internship, which included independent research tasks, contributing to ongoing projects, and supporting the team with client-related work. This not only challenged me but also helped build my confidence and practical legal skills.


  • Please rate how meaningful the work you were doing was
  • 5/5

    Support & Guidance

  • 4. How much support and guidance did you receive during your placement / internship?
  • Throughout my internship, I was given a great deal of support, from regular check-ins and constructive feedback to approachable mentors who were always happy to answer questions. This made the experience highly rewarding and really helped me grow.


  • 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

    Culture

  • 5. What was the company culture and general atmosphere like?
  • The company culture during my internship was incredibly supportive and inclusive. Everyone was approachable, collaboration was genuinely encouraged, and there was a clear emphasis on learning and professional development.


  • 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

    Your Impressions

  • 6. To what extent did you enjoy your placement / internship?
  • I really enjoyed my internship. It was a fantastic opportunity to learn, take on meaningful work, and connect with some brilliant people. The experience has definitely confirmed that there is no better place to pursue a training contract.


  • Please rate your level of enjoyment on your placement / internship
  • 5/5

  • Please rate how your experience met your expectations
  • 5/5

  • Please rate the future employment prospects at DLA Piper
  • 5/5

  • 7. Would you recommend DLA Piper to a friend?
  • Yes


  • 8. What advice would you give to others applying to DLA Piper
  • If you're applying for this internship, go in with an open mind and a genuine willingness to learn. There's a lot to gain from both the work and the people around you. Don鈥檛 be afraid to ask questions. It's a fantastic opportunity to build real skills and confidence in a collaborative setting with a great team.


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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Legal/Law

Republic of Ireland

July 2025


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