Summer Scheme Intern Review

by Savills

Best Student Employer

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Rating

3.9/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    4.0
  • The Culture
    3.3

    The Role

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

    • Loved every minute of this job. I'd love to work for this company in the future.

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

    • I really felt valued by my colleagues. They treated me as though I'd been there full time

    4/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • Every member of my team was supportive whenever I needed it. They were patient with me and allowed me time to process new information.

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

    • Yes I was given more than enough tasks. I enjoyed being kept busy.

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

    • I was given sufficient responsibility and I felt the work I was doing really assisted the team and the projects they were covering

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

    • Everything I learnt has been invaluable.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • The open office atmosphere allowed for better relationships between teams and departments. The workers were so friendly and always had time for a quick chat.

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

    • Very well organised. We had meetings, outings, networking sessions and even a sports afternoon. The organisation meant I got the most out of my internship.

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

    • I feel they invested a bit. I'm sure with more time the development would have been a lot more substantial

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

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

    • I really would like the opportunity to work for them

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Yes the social scene was really good. I've definitely made lasting friendships because of it

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

    • Working in Central London was expensive but I didn't expect anything less

    2/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • I enjoyed the night life

    4/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • Yes there was unfortunately I wasn't available for a few of them

    4/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

London

July 2013

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