Technology - Summer Intern Review

by Nomura

Best Student Employer

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Rating

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

    The Role

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

    • I enjoyed all aspects of my summer internship with Nomura. The work, the people and the socials.

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

    • The feedback I received throughout my intern made me feel very comfortable in my role.

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

    • Whenever I had a question to ask there would always be someone to answer it or point me in the right direction.

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

    • Very busy but it meant the day would whistle by and to me meant I was valued by my colleagues.

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

    • My manager took holiday for a week which ment within reason I was left in control. A great way to try and show off my skills.

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

    • The work ethic and ambition I have collected from this intern should stand me in great stead for the future.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Perfect - work would always come first but everyone in the office was a great laugh.

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

    • Ran extremely well.

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

    • I was only a summer intern so not much time for any formal timing.

    4/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Subsidised/Company Gym
    5/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Very appealing - this industry is definitely the one for me.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Nomura would be a great career choice for anyone with a high work ethic.

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

    • Expensive - but what else would you expect from the city?

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

    • Absolutely great - unlimited of places to go and things to do.

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

    • HR were always putting on events for the interns.

    5/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Information Technology

London

August 2012

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