Investments Intern Review

by M&G plc

This review was submitted over 4 years ago, so some of the information it contains may no longer be relevant.

Rating

4.3/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    4.6
  • The Culture
    4.1

    The Role

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

    • I loved my internship, great introduction to asset management. Everyone was so helpful and made time to go through anything I wanted to discuss.

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

    • Everyone was incredibly friendly and open.

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

    • The first few weeks were the most hands on. This was when I learnt most. My manager was always there for me when I had questions. She was brilliant

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

    • Good mix of having tasks to do and then time to be able to network within the company and learn about what other teams do. This was a really good mix.

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

    • Yes, a fair amount. I was pleased with this. It took some time to understand everything and get my head around everything, but as the weeks progressed I was given more responsibility. Most of the tasks were to help my learning which was fantastic.

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

    • Yes, these skills will be vital. I'm so happy with this.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Fantastic, very friendly and open minded. Everyone wanted to help and were so supportive.

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

    • Very well organised, HR was always around and organising activities. Organised much more effectively than other internships I've done.

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

    • A huge amount, very impressed with this. I reached out to different people and they always made time to help me. Even the more senior people.

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

    • 4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Yes, would love to have an offer from here. I want to work in this team!

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Yes, the other interns were great. we all got on very well, everyone was from different places but had very similar attitudes about things. We all got on very well!

    4/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • London, so expensive. But I loved where I lived, and it wasn't too long the commute.

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

    • Lots of places to go, very good although didn't have much time for this.

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

    • Yes, the interns organised events and dinners, This was great. Loads of things to do in London so this was great!

    5/5
    Report this review

Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Banking, Financial Management

London

August 2019

View More Reviews