Summer Scheme Intern Review

by Savills

Best Student Employer

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Rating

3.5/5
  • The Role
    3.6
  • The Company
    3.6
  • The Culture
    3.4

    The Role

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

    • Had a fantastic time - very structured and everyone was incredibly welcoming.

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

    • They were very helpful - wasnt afraid to ask lots of questions.

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

    • Head of team was partiularly busy at times however the grads especially really helped me out, and recieved work to do from other members of similar teams.

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

    • Always had some work to complete during the day.

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

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

    • Helps to put theory work into practice. But the month allowed me to develop my personal skills on a professional level.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • Very good! Everyone seems to get on well and have a good time together. The new office adds to that.

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

    • Very organised. The timetable meant the placement was very structured and had no major issues. Only a few IT hiccups.

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

    • Had good feedback and they got me involved as much as possible, so was a great opportunity to get my foot in the door.

    4/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Sports and Social Club

    Company Parties/Events
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Very. Hope to be considered for a graduate position.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • Went out with the interns most nights and with the grads to - also with my team. Was a great way to get to know everyone and have made some good friends as a result.

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

    • Expensive, but only because of the great social scene along with what the West End offers. There is so much to do and great places to go. It is a paid internship so that wasnt an issue!

    1/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Cant beat London! So much choice.

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

    • Especially the sports scene - got involved with rounders and hockey which was good fun.

    3/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

London

July 2013

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