Summer Scheme Intern Review

by Savills

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.1/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    3.8
  • The Culture
    4.0

    The Role

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

    • I really enjoyed my short time at Savills. Everyone in the office was friendly and incredibly welcoming from the beginning. Staff actively looked to involve me in work and projects on a daily basis.

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

    • Everyone was appreciative of the work that I carried out during the placement. There was a great, friendly working environment within every team that I was placed over the four weeks.

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

    • I received support and guidance from the outset. The organisation of networking lunches and drinks also helped me gain an insight into application processes and various avenues through the business.

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

    • I was kept sufficiently busy despite the time of year which is typically quiet. In the brief periods where there was no work for me to carry out I was able to work on my own summer scheme project.

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

    • I was left with a fair amount of responsibility and I always felt as though my work was being used and appreciated.

    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 enjoyed picking up knowledge of the property industry and feel as though it will prove invaluable as I come to apply for jobs and progress into a career.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • The atmosphere was great, every team I was placed in was very friendly which I felt contributed to the efficient work that we carried out.

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

    • The structure of the scheme was well organised. The rotational structure across each team on a weekly basis allowed me to gain a sufficient insight into a variety of specialisms.

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

    • I didn't receive any formal training as such. The appraisal at the end of the placement as well as my goals that I set out at the start allowed me to reflect on my own development.

    4/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Sports and Social Club

    Company Parties/Events
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Future employment prospects seem good and I feel confident in applying to Savills graduate scheme.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • Definitely. Networking social events including lunches and drinks were regularly organised.

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

    • Given that I live in the area, nothing I am not used to.

    4/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Good.

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

    • Yes, I was offered to play in cricket matches and attended a croquet event for the property professionals of Birmingham.

    4/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

West Midlands

August 2018

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