Internship Review at Standard Life

The Role

Role Description

I was part of the business process management team and was involved in several projects over the course of ten weeks. This included helping to organise a process practitioner event (which is an in-house event), helping with a live six sigma project, and organising a communication plan for a training programme. Other tasks included carrying out presentations, organising and carrying out a brain storming event and taking part in assessment centres.

1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

The internship provided me with a challenge for the summmer. It was a good opportunity to learn about the financial services industry and take on real responsibility. Also, meeting new people in the organisation and making friends was good too.

2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

Colleagues were very welcoming and friendly. I never felt stupid asking any question. They encouraged questions and they were always very helpful in answering them.

3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

My managers and also HR took an active role in providing feedback for me about my personal performance which was very useful and will help for the future.

4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

There was always something to do and I was always kept busy. If not, taking an interest in projects other team members were carrying out and learning something new was good too.

5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

Given alot of responsibility and also ongoing support and assistance when I needed it.

6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

Received training on topics such as leadership and presentation skills in graduate masterclasses. I also learned about business process management and how to apply it. Learned invaluable skills which will help me in the future.

The Organisation

7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

A very hard working and highly motivated team working in a pleasant and friendly office.

8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

It was very well set up.

9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

Graduate masterclasses were provided on various topics. Also regular feedback and assistance was provided from HR and my manager.

10. What were the perks on your work placement?

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

• Subsidised Canteen
• Sports and Social Club
• Company Parties/Events

11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

Been offered a job (on the condition that i get a 2:1).

Other Information

12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

yes- and also a number of different sports teams to join.

13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

★★★★★★☆☆☆☆

Rated 6/10

Found it average.

14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

plenty of bars and clubs in the city centre.

15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

many sports teams, nights out and organised events in my team such as go-karting.

Review 5/26 for Standard Life

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