Research intern Review

by NBCUniversal

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.1/5
  • The Role
    4.8
  • The Company
    3.6
  • The Culture
    3.8

    The Role

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

    • Very very much. We were given so much responsibility that totally surpassed my expectations of a normal internship.

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

    • Very much. Interns are a hugely important part of the team and, in my department, we made up a sizeable proportion.

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

    • Everyone was so helpful and friendly, even extending beyond my immediate team. I went for coffees with loads of people across the company to find out more about what they did which was invaluable.

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

    • It came in waves, but I always had something to work on. We had a good balance of regular tasks and ad hoc requests.

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

    • Loads. I ran 4 regular quarterly reports and also was given a variety of ad hoc tasks to do. I was the only intern in my department that bridged 2 teams, so I had a fair amount of work.

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

    • I studied English at uni so it wasn't hugely related, but has been incredibly useful as a starting point for a career in media.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Amazing perks - movie screenings, premieres, workshops. Everyone was so friendly and kind.

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

    • Really well organised by my team, although they really threw us in at the deep end! Probably the best way to learn, though.

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

    • Not amazing in terms of career progression. I would have preferred a few more opportunities to network or learn about opportunities for people starting off their careers.

    3/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Company Parties/Events

    Healthcare/Dental

    Travel loan
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Highly appealing - my internship has been extended for 2 months and I'm really keen to stay as long as possible. The careers portal is really helpful, as is everyone in HR, so I am optimistic.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • There are so many interns and we had lots of events to get to know each other. I've made really great friends this year.

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

    • Our offices are in central London so it is super expensive. Going for drinks after work was never cheap but always fun.

    1/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Our offices are in central London so it is super expensive. Going for drinks after work was never cheap but always fun.

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

    • Yes - lots of sports teams, bake sales, screening etc.

    5/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

London

July 2019

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