Summer Scheme Review

by Savills

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.1/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    4.1
  • The Culture
    3.8

    The Role

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?
  • It was a fantastic insight into the company and the business sector, and I enjoyed it thoroughly.

    5/5

  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?
  • I was given responsibility from day one and was complimented/criticised where necessary.

    4/5

  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?
  • Open and helpful with all questions. Sat me down and asked me what I saw myself doing in the future.

    4/5

  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?
  • Was very busy always.

    5/5

  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?
  • Given jobs towards projects from day one.

    5/5

  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?
  • Excel, property language, understanding of the market, understanding of the industry will aid me massively going forward.

    4/5

    The Company

  • 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?
  • Positive, professional, friendly and helpful.

    4/5

  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?
  • Vey well organised, team and internship in general.

    5/5

  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
  • Set up tours, aided with work, gave department overviews, set meetings, improved skills.

    5/5

  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?
  • Company Parties/Events

    3/5

  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?
  • I would absolutely love to work at Savills. It is my number one ambition for my next year.

    5/5

    The Culture

  • 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?
  • Yes, everyone was good fun. A lot of that is based on the application and selection process.

    5/5

  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?
  • 3/5

  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?
  • London is generally good.

    4/5

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

    4/5

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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Property Management

London

June 2017


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