Commercial banking Review

by HSBC

Best Student Employer

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Rating

5/5
  • The Role
    5.0
  • The Company
    5.0
  • The Culture
    5.0

    The Role

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

    • 5/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • 5/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • 5/5
  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

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

    • A lot of responsibility especially during meetings I was able to lead them

    5/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • To a large extent, helped me choose third year modules

    5/5

    The Company

  • 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

    • Was nice and relaxed. Everyone was friendly, people were always willing to help you if you needed it.

    5/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • It was set up well, they were in close contact and we took part in group events during the internship to help network

    5/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • To a large extent, they were always encouraging us to learn and improve our skills, we had to take part in a lot of learning.

    5/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Company Car

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    National Travel

    International Travel

    Financial Bonus

    Company Parties/Events

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop

    Above 25 days holiday

    Working from home

    Healthcare from home

    Healthcare/Dental

    Travel loan
    5/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Received a graduate offer from taking part in the internship. I have a lot of areas to go into.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Yes we had a lot of socials, everyone took part in. Was nice to get involved with other interns

    5/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • Cost of living was fine as I stayed in uni accommodation, therefore this was not a problem but was given an allowance

    5/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Didn't go out on work nights but the night life was good. Cheap place to go out in and meet new people

    5/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • Yes, took part in a netball club and continued with the societies at university that ran over the summer

    5/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

South East

October 2015

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