Group Functions Review

by NatWest Group

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.1/5
  • About You
    3.8
  • The Company
    3.9
  • Everything Else
    4.6

    About You

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

    • Even though we were assessed throughout the week, it was a very enjoyable experience. Met some great people; gained some invaluable experience in a job application process and how a business works.

    4/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued during your time at the company or firm?

    • I feel that we didn't spend enough time at the company, but from first impressions it seems as if it has the potential.

    4/5
  • 3. How much guidance/support did you receive during the insight?

    • Always someone on hand to ask questions. Lots of interaction with current employees!

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

    • Picked up a lot of vital terms

    4/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?

    • Very smooth and all key things which I was expecting from the insight were either met or exceeded.

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

    • Great fun! Both those on the insight and employers

    4/5
  • 7. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • I feel there wasn't enough time to personally train or develop us as individuals but its a great time for them to see whether we are right for the company and role; so therefore a sense of investment.

    4/5
  • 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?

    • It helped me to understand how I would fit into the company but not what it would be like. However this is not expected if you are there for a week.

    3/5
  • 9. How much did the insight help you in understanding the company culture?

    • A massive emphasis was shown in this department and gave a great insight into how the banking culture is changing.

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

    • A very good insight.

    5/5

    Everything Else

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

    • I didn't require reimbursing.

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

    • All the time!

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

    • Fantastic, had the opportunity to speak to people one-one.

    4/5
  • 14. Did you find out about activities that employees can get involved in outside of work?

    • A massive emphasis has been put on charity work at RBS and many employees get involved.

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

    • Definitely.

    5/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Audit, Commercial Banking, Retail Banking, Banking

London

April 2013

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