Finance Intern Review

by GE (General Electric)

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Rating

3.6/5
  • The Role
    4.5
  • The Company
    3.3
  • The Culture
    2.8

    The Role

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

    • Really enjoyed it, plenty of responsibility and varied tasks

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

    • Really friendly atmosphere, supportive and social.

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

    • Was always able to ask questions and support was given when required. Also given my own space to work when I wanted to.

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

    • Varied day by day but most days were very busy with more to be getting on with which I enjoyed.

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

    • Was given masses of responsibility which allowed me to develop a number of skills and improve my confidence.

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

    • Great introduction to the business environment, working both with teams and alone.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • My team were the most social on the floor, the majority were fairly quiet.

    2/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • Slight transition between the previous intern who had less work they were willing to complete, but was adapted to match my enthusiasm.

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

    • Went on a number of courses on site but unfortunately there was a travel ban in place.

    3/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Financial Bonus

    Company Parties/Events

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop

    Above 25 days holiday

    Working from home

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

    • Great graduate scheme which you are encouraged to apply for

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • Spoke at lunch time but didn't go out much. Could have been better if I had invested more.

    1/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • Fairly standard London prices.

    3/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Lots in the nearby towns including pubs and bars.

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

    • Lots of nearby sports teams etc.

    4/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

South East

May 2017

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