Spring Intern at RBS Review

by NatWest Group

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.5/5
  • About You
    4.8
  • The Company
    4.7
  • Everything Else
    4.9

    About You

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy the insight?

    • Fantastic, learnt so much, was incredibly insightful and an invaluable experience.

    5/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued during your time at the company or firm?

    • Very valued, spoke to MDs and Global Heads of Departments, everybody was willing to help.

    5/5
  • 3. How much guidance/support did you receive during the insight?

    • The insight was well planned, we had full knowledge of what was scheduled and at any time we could ask questions to find out more.

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

    • Gained valuable networking skills and learned all about the industry.

    5/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?

    • Very well structured, saw all different departments and learned a great deal.

    5/5
  • 6. How was the general atmosphere during your insight?

    • Really great, everybody was willing to learn from the employees as well as from each other.

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

    • Spent two days training, learning about the bank, the different departments and the industry.

    5/5
  • 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?

    • Learned from many graduates what their general day involved.

    5/5
  • 9. How much did the insight help you in understanding the company culture?

    • Spoke to so many employees and saw first hand the unique culture of the firm. They really invest in their people.

    5/5
  • 10. How valuable was the content in helping you to decide on your future career path?

    • 5/5

    Everything Else

  • 11. Were you paid or reimbursed adequately for this experience?

    • Reimbursed for travel expenses and accommodation was provided.

  • 12. Were there opportunities for networking and meeting other employees of the company or firm?

    • Yes I met many analysts and associates, managing directors and senior employees.

    5/5
  • 13. How were the networking/ social event opportunities?

    • Plenty of networking events to get to know others on the insight week and employees.

    5/5
  • 14. Did you find out about activities that employees can get involved in outside of work?

    • Yes, we took part in a volunteering event which was incredibly rewarding.

    5/5
  • 15. Would you recommend this insight to a friend?

    • Definitely, no better way to find out about the Banking industry and RBS and the culture of the firm.

    5/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Investment Banking, Sales

London

April 2013

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