Summer Intern Review

by MUFG

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Rating

3.6/5
  • The Role
    3.3
  • The Company
    3.9
  • The Culture
    3.8

    The Role

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?
  • I am extremely satisfied by the overall experience at MUFG. The work environment was very friendly and the team has been extremely welcoming and supportive: I had the chance to actively interact with each member, gaining a broad exposure to the different roles and having the possibility to be exposed to the different activities performed on a daily basis.

    4/5

  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?
  • I have felt involved in the team's work and my input has never been ignored. Every member of the team was available fro questions and feedback on my work.

    4/5

  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?
  • The support provided by the management and the other members of the team was very adequate. The work environment is extremely friendly and asking questions is highly encouraged.

    4/5

  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?
  • The tasks assigned were always targeted to my competences. The working hours were extremely manageable: no need to stay in the office late at night and plenty of time to participate to the bank's events.

    4/5

  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?
  • The level of responsibility was not particularly high on average, but there have been different occasions in which I was allowed to take part in very high profile meetings.

    3/5

  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?
  • The skills I developed on the desk will definitely be useful in the continue of my degree, especially with regards to the knowledge of the different products offered by the bank and the possibility to learn the dynamics of a client-facing role.

    3/5

    The Company

  • 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?
  • The atmosphere in the office was ideal: everyone is extremely friendly and welcoming, questions are always encouraged and the conditions to work in a positive environment were all met.

    5/5

  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?
  • The internship programme was very well organised: the HR team has been absolutely ready to answer any question, we have been provided with a week of training and a series of insightful events have been organized during the time we have been at the Bank, as well as a series of social ad networking events.

    5/5

  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
  • The training provided was more than sufficient to face the assigned task. The first week was entirely dedicated to training activities and other events have been provided during the course of the internship.

    4/5

  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?
  • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Company Parties/Events

    3/5

  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?
  • The future employment prospects are very appealing.

    4/5

    The Culture

  • 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?
  • A number of social events have been organised, both within the interns class and the broader Bank, in addition to regular spontaneous gatherings. The friendly working atmosphere contributed to the creation of nice social interactions and the environment was always extremely pleasant.

    5/5

  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?
  • The living cost in the area are quite high, but in general the price level is in line with London average.

    3/5

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

  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?
  • Plenty of opportunities are offered to join CSR activities, as well as sport, cultural and social events regularly organised by the dedicated committees.

    5/5

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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Banking

London

August 2019


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