Intern Review

by NatWest Group

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.3/5
  • The Role
    4.4
  • The Company
    4.3
  • The Culture
    4.1

    The Role

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

    • My work wasn't quite as expected but I have learnt a lot about the bank.

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

    • My line manager and immediate team have been so supportive and proactive.

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

    • Bi-weekly one-to-ones that have been really structured and beneficial

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

    • Some days not so busy but we have individual projects set outside the work of the team so always had things to do.n

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

    • A fair amount but not loads - you have to ask for it

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

    • This job will definitely benefit me in future employment - I have learnt so much about the bank, the work of my team and other teams and wider experience of networking

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Really friendly and casual, good emphasis on teamwork

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

    • Extremely - lots of projects for just interns and learning opportunities.

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

    • A lot of time and manager contact as well as online resources that we are encouraged to complete.

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

    • Company Parties/Events
    2/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I would really love a place on the grad scheme but it will be very different from the internship so I need to research a little in to the wider bank and not just my business area

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Yes, interns were very social and my team were keen to socialise

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

    • Minimal because I was living at home but bars are decently priced

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

    • Really fun

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

    • 4/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

North West

July 2018

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