GBM Technology Summer Intern Review

by NatWest Group

Best Student Employer

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Rating

3.5/5
  • The Role
    3.1
  • The Company
    4.3
  • The Culture
    3.3

    The Role

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

    • Very much enjoyed the side project we were given. My main job was easy but tasks were quite menial.

    4/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • I was respected and my colleagues had time for me when I needed it.

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

    • I pretty much got on with what I had to do. I didn't need much support and my manager was very busy.

    2/5
  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

    • Didn't feel overworked but wasn't too bored either.

    4/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • Very little chance to demonstrate my true capablity.

    1/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • A very valuable experience of what it is like to work as part of RBS GBM.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • The office environment was very relaxed, fun and enjoyable.

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

    • At first the internship was very well organized especially the assessment centre. Towards the end it lacked organization and there was little information on the exiting procedures.

    4/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • I was impressed with how much was invested in us.

    4/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Sports and Social Club

    Financial Bonus
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Brilliant, I was offered a role on the Graduate scheme.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Social life was another good part of the internship.

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

    • Rent was expensive, as were drinks. However networking drinks were often provided by RBS.

    2/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • As stated, I enjoyed the nightlife!

    4/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • A few societies. I personally got involved in football.

    4/5
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Internship (1 Month+)

London

September 2011

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