CMB Summer Internship Review

by HSBC

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.6/5
  • The Role
    4.6
  • The Company
    4.7
  • The Culture
    4.4

    The Role

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

    • The internship was both enjoyable and informative and have a great insight into the world of corporate banking.

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

    • The colleagues were very friendly and welcoming. They always aimed to provide support when needed by answering questions and providing opportunities.

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

    • My supervisors provided ample support and guidance throughout. Always ensuring that I was able to make the most of the opportunity.

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

    • Everyday was different however I was always provided with enough work to keep myself busy whilst ensuring that I wouldn't be overwhelmed by the technicality of the work.

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

    • I was allowed to work with a series of large companies. Whilst the work I could was limited due to their size I was still able to make a significant contribution to the team.

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

    • The internship allowed me to develop skills that are applicable to the real world. It allowed me to take knowledge I have gained in university and apply it to real world situations.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • My office had a fantastic atmosphere. It had an aura of being hardworking yet also friendly and enjoyable.

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

    • The internship was set up very well. The level of organisation was very high.

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

    • The company made sure to cater to all my interest. If there was an area they thought I would enjoy or expressed interest in they would make sure to get me in contact with someone from that department.

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

    • National Travel

    Company Parties/Events

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

    • The company is very well organised and clearly cares greatly about its employees.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • All the internship colleagues got on well and regularly spent time together outside office hours.

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

    • Cost of living, for only living 5 minutes from the office, was very low. There were many things to in the area.

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

    • There were several great bars and clubs within walking distance.

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

    • Besides after work drinks and dinners there were a large range of social activities offered.

    4/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

West Midlands

August 2018

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