Summer placement Review

by Savills

Best Student Employer

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Rating

3.5/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    3.6
  • The Culture
    2.3

    The Role

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?

    • I thoroughly enjoyed the experience and enjoyed getting involved in site visits and viewings and learning more about different aspects of commercial property from my colleagues.

    5/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • I felt very valued and appreciated by my colleagues over the past month.

    5/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • I was explained each task carefully and felt comfortable asking questions.

    5/5
  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

    • I completed all tasks given effectively and on time - I would have liked to have taken on more work but I am aware of the "summer slowdown" between June and August and know that there are less opportunities to attend meetings at this time.

    4/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • I assumed the tasks I was provided with and completed them in a diligent manner.

    3/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • They will be incredibly useful; being immersed in a diverse and dynamic environment.

    5/5

    The Company

  • 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

    • It was professional but also comfortable. People were friendly and open.

    4/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • I think it was more organised in London compared to the regions. London appeared to have more site visits and social activities lined up, as well as departmental overviews with presentations.

    3/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • They invested a significant amount of time over the past month.

    3/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Company Parties/Events
    5/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • They are incredibly appealing and I could see myself working for the company and providing added value throughout.

    4/5

    The Culture

  • 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?

    • I was invited to a social event with clients and colleagues, which I enjoyed.

    4/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • Standard for the west end of a city centre.

    3/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Not aware of this with colleagues.

    3/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • There were no opportunities outside of work over the past month.

    1/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Scotland

June 2013

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