Summer Intern Review

by NatWest Group

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.8/5
  • The Role
    5.0
  • The Company
    4.7
  • The Culture
    4.8

    The Role

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

    • The programme is well organised and there are lots of events to enjoy through the programme. The people are extremely nice as well.

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

    • If you work hard, you are accepted.

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

    • All teams were excellent in giving constructive criticism and praising you when you did well.

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

    • You are kept busy, but you should expect that from working in an Investment Bank.

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

    • If you show you are capable, you really can rund the show!

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

    • What you learn in just 10 weeks is really impressive. These are skills you can use in any situation.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • The teams are great and the pepople are not just helpful, but also friendly.

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

    • The internship was organised down to a T.

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

    • There was a huge investment into someone who may not even join the company, however the investment and time makes you want to join the company.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Subsidised/Company Gym

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

    • Extremely appealing

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • There we so many events organised by everyone that you didn't have time for all.

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

    • It depends on your financial situation. London isn't cheap, but everyone knows that. You get paid enough to enjoy it so don't worry.

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

    • It's London, enough said.

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

    • There are more then enough things going on to keep you busy.

    5/5
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Internship (1 Month+)

London

September 2012

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