RBS Spring Insight Week Review
by NatWest Group
This review was submitted over 4 years ago, so some of the information it contains may no longer be relevant.
Rating
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About You
4.4
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The Company
4.8
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Everything Else
4.9
- 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
Was great fun; fellow students were all of a similar mindset. Early mornings aren't so bad when you're all in it together!
Whilst everyone we shadowed were very busy, the help and guidance offered was extremely useful.
Everyone working was keen to offer advice. The support from HR was also second to none!
A true insight to an investment bank. A broad range of roles were covered during the week. Fascinating to see how a bank actually functions.
The Company
Well structured from day one. Varying levels of independence throughout the week; 'hands were held' when needed, but we were free to learn independently with resources provided too!
Amazing atmosphere; given the clash of students on their Easter break and bankers in high pressure jobs, wasn't sure how things would work. However, I thoroughly enjoyed the week and found it a great environment wherever I was during the day! No one could do too much to help us students!
There was no expense spared on providing for us during the week. We were initially trained in a lecture type environment, then a more interactive one, then placed on a variety of desks to see how what we learnt actually works. Great food and drink also!!
Whilst not every desk could be covered in the time scale, a broad overview was given. All questions I had were answered! Have come out much more educated about the firm and the industry!
We were told openly and frankly about the culture and working hours, as well as how they compared to other firms in the industry.
A great overview of the company and industry; given me a much clearer idea of what I'd like to do in the future. Definitely hasn't put me off, either!
Everything Else
Although I would have been if I had lived outside of the M25. Many fellow students were reimbursed or put up in accommodation (which they said was outstanding!).
Throughout the week informally, and at organised events. Got plenty of business cards of people offering advise.
Varied in style, but all great fun and productive!
Like the culture, was spoken openly and frankly about on the desks to us students!
A great insight into the RBS group as well as the industry. Hard work for the week and long hours, but time never dragged!
Details
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)
Investment Banking, Banking
London
April 2013
