NatWest Group Software Engineering Insight Week

The Role

Role Description

Virtual

To what extent did you enjoy the insight?

I really enjoyed this insight as it allowed me to understand better the purpose of NatWest Group and the role of a Software Engineer in the company. Everyone was extremely helpful, from the HR team, to the external partner that gave a session on Ethical and Social Responsibility. The overall environment was friendly and I felt very comfortable asking questions to the speakers. I really liked the fact that there were Q&A sessions at the end of the days to ask any general clarification.

10/10

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To what extent did you feel valued during your time at the company or firm?

I felt extremely valued throughout the Insight. I was part of the Software Engineering Insoght and the group was very small (4 participants). This allowed the Business Speaker Session to be very friendly and we had a lot of space to ask questions. I really appreciated the speaker words not only on the company Technology sector, but also her main tips on professional development, which will be useful in any career path. Even if the speaker is in a very senior position, she was able to make us comfortable speaking to her.

10/10

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How much guidance/support did you receive during the insight?

I really liked the fact that the group for Software Engineering was small. I was able to ask a lot of questions, especially during the graduates session. They were able to explain their roles within the technology sector and the previous experience that brought them to Natwest Group. They also explained the process from an Insight week, to getting an internship and in the end a graduate role. They were all very supportive suggesting us to continue networking and preparing for the assessment centre.

10/10

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To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and information you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

From the business speaker session on Sofware Engineering, we were given tips to enhance our soft skills and grow personally and professionally.

10/10

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How well structured was the insight?

It was well structured as there were general sessions for all the participants of the different insights and sessions for the specific business areas.

9/10

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How was the general atmosphere during your insight?

Throughout the insight everyone was very friendly and available for any question.

10/10

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

Thanks to the tips from the Software Engineering session, I was able to have 5 core tips from a senior perspective that helped her got to her current role.

9/10

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To what extent did the insight help you to understand what it would be like to have a full time role with the company or firm?




9/10

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How much did the insight help you in understanding the company culture?

I understood the purpose of the company and how friendly the culture is.

10/10

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How valuable was the content in helping you to decide on your future career path?




10/10

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Were you paid or reimbursed adequately for this experience?




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Were there opportunities for networking and meeting other employees of the company or firm?




10/10

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How were the networking/ social event opportunities?

They were involving thanks to the polls and the small groups chats during the Ethics & Social Responsibility session.

9/10

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Did you find out about activities that employees can get involved in outside of work?

Yes, there is a network called "Workplace" that works like Facebook where everyone shares job related content. There are a lot of opportunities for outside learning as well.

10/10

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Would you recommend this insight to a friend?




10/10

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In addition to these questions, is there any extra information you would like to leave about your experiences on your work placement that other students may be interested in?




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