Summer intern within Commercial banking Review

by HSBC

Best Student Employer

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Rating

3.4/5
  • The Role
    3.2
  • The Company
    3.1
  • The Culture
    4.0

    The Role

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

    • Some areas were of more interest than others.

    3/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • My line manager was very supportive but I am not sure whether the other interns received the same level of support.

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

    • Really supportive, helpful etc

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

    • At times I was a bit bored and more work would have been good.

    2/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • A suitable level of responsibiity

    2/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • Presentation skills

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • Fairly relaxed and happy vibe in the office

    4/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • Well set up and support from Head Office was always there, structured programme etc.

    3/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • I was given a bonus if I committed to coming back for a second internship with them

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

    • Financial Bonus

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

    • Was a really good placement but it made me realise banking is not for me. I would not criticise HSBC though.

    1/5

    The Culture

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

    • Casual after work drinks were organised.

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

    • It is expensive to work in central London but the territorial allowance allowed for this.

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

    • Worked in the West End so everything was on the doorstep

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

    • I was invited out on the office social trips.

    4/5
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Internship (1 Month+)

London

August 2009

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