Summer Internship Review

by Savills

Best Student Employer

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Rating

3.7/5
  • The Role
    4.1
  • The Company
    3.9
  • The Culture
    2.8

    The Role

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

    • I have enjoyed my internship immensely. It has provided me with a great insight into property. I was given a wide variety of tasks to do and welcomed into the team straight away.

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

    • Everyone in the office has been extremely friendly. I feel that my thoughts and actions are completely valued. They listen to what you say and take everything on board.

    4/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • I have been given a substantial amount of support and guidance from all members of the team. Every task or process was explained thoroughly which has helped built my knowledge and confidence within the field.

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

    • I always had a task to do. I have been working on one project for most of the internship so therefore have always been busy whether it was research or inspections.

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

    • I was given a lot of control of the project which I was given. However, not too much to make me feel uneasy or uncomfortable with the situation.

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

    • I have learnt numerous skills throughout the internship. I have built my confidence working as a team and working independently. I have acquired more extensive IT skills using different software such as Excel. Moreover, I have learnt so much about property and how it interlinks with many aspects of society. Due to my dissertation being based on property, I believe this newly acquired knowledge with help me extensively.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • The general atmosphere in the office was always very happy and positive. Everyone would have friendly conversation together but also take work seriously.

    4/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • I have been very impressed by how well organised the internship has been. Several weeks before the internship started I was sent a lot of information regarding the internship such as routine, role and pay. Moreover, I have enjoyed the additional department talks which have given me an insight into areas of property and Savills which I have not been exposed to during the internship.

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

    • The additional talks which were roughly twice a week provided a substantial level of training. These talks were very informative, especially the graduate talk. We were given tips for our applications and the process which was extremely helpful considering it is something I would love to do.

    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?

    • Savills is an extremely appealing company to work for because of its culture and attitude. All of the employees seems to very friendly and nice but also hard working. The company has a fantastic reputation so therefore is an ideal location to start a career in property. Savills is an extremely social company which makes networking and developing long life friends very easy.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • I was the only intern however there were several events with my colleagues which enabled me to network and get to know them outside work.

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

    • I was living at home.

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

    • Exeter night life is as good as you make it!

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

    • There were opportunities for me to meet and talk to colleagues outside work.

    3/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

South West

August 2017

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