RBS M&IB - International Banking Spring Week Programme Review

by NatWest Group

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.4/5
  • About You
    4.0
  • The Company
    4.4
  • Everything Else
    4.6

    About You

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

    • Good insight into RBS and their International Banking division.

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

    • All the other interns were very friendly; keen to learn but not competitive.

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

    • HR/other RBS employees were always available for assistance. Friendly environment.

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

    • Whilst the knowledge gained will benefit me if I wish to pursue a career in banking, it won't help me in my degree. Apart from networking, no other skills were developed.

    3/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?

    • Very well structured programme of 5 jam-packed days

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

    • Very good. All staff were friendly and helpful and the other interns were very nice.

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

    • Lot of emphasis placed on developing soft-skills. Not much else.

    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?

    • The programme was a good insight into RBS' culture, and the work shadowing part of it allowed you to see what life would be like on certain desks.

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

    • Gained a good understanding of RBS' culture: good work-life balance, not too hardworking, focuse on giving back to society etc etc.

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

    • Got a good oversight into the M&IB division of RBS.

    4/5

    Everything Else

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

    • Travel reimbursed and accommodation available if you live outside the M25. Food and drink provided.

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

    • Met employees when on work shadowing and listened to a few talks from more senior RBS employees, after which it was possible to ask them questions.

    4/5
  • 13. How were the networking/ social event opportunities?

    • 2 social events on the week with the other interns.

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

    • Yes. Focus on charity work and sports.

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

    • Yes.

    5/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Investment Banking

London

April 2013

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