Summer Student Review

by Savills

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.6/5
  • The Role
    4.7
  • The Company
    4.6
  • The Culture
    4.4

    The Role

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

    • Both my fellow interns and the department I was working in were extremely friendly.

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

    • Regular feedback was given on all tasks and there were ample opportunities to ask questions and get involved. The team tried to include in as many varied tasks as possible ensuring comprehensive experience across the board.

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

    • There were regular reviews and appraisals throughout the placement. Everyone was approachable and happy to answer questions.

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

    • Greatly improved my multi-tasking skills, as the placement progressed I learnt which projects were most important, during the early stages, it was essential to determin the priorities of the work that had been set.

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

    • More and more! As the placement progressed and my knowledge expanded I was given more and more responsibility and the work increased in complexity. This meant my skills were enhanced rather than rehearsed and I left feeling as though I had helped out the department during a bust period.

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

    • Very much so, the insider knowledge of how things operate in a proffessional environment will be essential to my education and long-term employment. The practicalities and priorities of tasks etc. will be fully influential in the way I approach my studies and the choices I make in prioritising.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • The office was open plan so everyone knew everyone, and soon everyone knew me! Its a lively place to work, and everyone was very friendly.

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

    • It was clear alot of planning goes in to the internship process at Savills. There were regular talks and social events, individual mentors and ongoing correspondance.

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

    • The time invested in my personal development was considerable. Everyone was orientated to ensure that I could get the most from this experience.

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

    • Company Parties/Events

    Above 25 days holiday
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Hopefully! Having met with many involved int he recruitment process, I'm hopeful that job can be secured!

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • I've made some really good friends throughout the process through organised evenets and general socialising.

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

    • Immediate area is quite expensive, but there are always cheaper options!

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

    • Central London! The options were endless

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

    • There were several opportunities to attend events and social activities outside of work. Everyone was inviting.

    4/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

London

July 2012

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