Summer Scheme Intern Review

by Savills

Best Student Employer

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Rating

3.7/5
  • The Role
    4.1
  • The Company
    4.1
  • The Culture
    2.8

    The Role

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

    • It was a great time where I learnt about the industry and the kind of work and the people that make up the company.

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

    • My colleagues were excellent, very approachable and helpful. And patient!

    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?

    • Very, at one point had to turn an assignment down.

    3/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • As time went by and I demonstrated my capability my responsibilities grew. I was only there one month, a very short time, therefore responsibility came very fast. I appreciate that a lot.

    4/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • 4/5

    The Company

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

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

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

    • The placement was very unique as in addition of out daily work we had department talks which gave an overview of the different kinds of services the company provides. This taught us more about the company and personally increased my interest in the firm. It also allowed to get to know more people in the firm.

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

    • 3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I don't have a job as yet, however they are definitely my number one choice.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Interns often emailed each other to go out for drinks.

    4/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • Expensive however it's central London!

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

    • 3/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • 3/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

London

September 2011

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