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Rating
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About You
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The Company
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Everything Else
- 1. To what extent did you enjoy the insight?
- 2. To what extent did you feel valued during your time at the company or firm?
- 3. How much guidance/support did you receive during the insight?
- 4. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and information you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?
- 5. How well structured was the insight?
- 6. How was the general atmosphere during your insight?
- 7. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
- 8. 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. How much did the insight help you in understanding the company culture?
- 10. How valuable was the content in helping you to decide on your future career path?
- 11. Were you paid or reimbursed adequately for this experience?
- 12. Were there opportunities for networking and meeting other employees of the company or firm?
- 13. How were the networking/ social event opportunities?
- 14. Did you find out about activities that employees can get involved in outside of work?
- 15. Would you recommend this insight to a friend?
About You
The Programme really did give me an insight into what it would be like working for a top property firm in London. I thoroughly enjoyed it and would definitely recommend it to anyone seeking to experience whether a career in property is the right path for them. Savills is an admirable company, the professionalism I witnessed throughout this week has been outstanding, its been inspirational and the employees really are top of their game.
I was warmly welcomed by all the staff and team members, quickly building rapport with them in a workplace and social settings (Babble bar in Mayfair)!
I recieved a good support and assistance from my team. My questions were answered openly and honestly enabling me to gain valuable work place experience and I was very pleased to recieve both positive and constructive feedback at the end of the week, from which I can learn from and build upon in order to develop further.
I have learnt a lot during the last week, which will stay with me throughout my career, which has been a lot more interesting than reading it from a textbook! It gave me the chance to apply theory in a working environment to find working solutions, such as writting reports, reaserch and communciating with staff and clients.
The Company
It was organised very professionally, both the itinery (recieved timely) and throughout the week so I knew exactly what events were on each day and the location of them i.e Grosvenor or Finsbury. The programme of activities was excellent and the balance just right.
It was a hard working environment, all employees were focused, adopting Savills work ethic, ethos, values and passion but also in a socially friendly professional manner.
All departmental key speakers gave up their time to share their experiences, knowledge and lessons learned. I recieved advice on how to perform effectively as well as end of week feedback which I will learn from and build upon.
Absolutely, I would love the opportunity to work for Savills.
I got a real sense of the culture, objectives and aspirations.
It reinforced I am doing the right degree and my desire to work for a top property firm such as Savills, where I can complete my APC and become an asset to Savills and the RICS.
Everything Else
£97 for travel expenses.
Networking opportunities thoroughout the week.
Very enjoyable, I had the opportunity to meet some of the fee earners, directors, staff and clients throughout the week. It was a good mix of professional and social activities.
Yes there is a lot of opportunity both socially, sporting and various other activities.
Yes! I would definitely recommend this insight programme to peers.
Details
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)
London
April 2013