Summer Scheme Intern Review

by Savills

Best Student Employer

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Rating

2.8/5
  • The Role
    3.4
  • The Company
    2.7
  • The Culture
    2.0

    The Role

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

    • Really enjoyed my month with Savills, Had a variety of responsibilities and the office were very welcoming, they made sure I felt part of the team.

    4/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • They really appreciated my help with even the smallest of tasks.

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

    • I was given a good balance of support but not overbearing supervision.

    3/5
  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

    • I was busy everyday in the first 3 weeks. I can tell they have been running out of things for me to do in the last week even though I ask continuously.

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

    • I would have liked to have been challenged more.

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

    • I have learnt a lot from being in an office environment. The skills I have developed will help me beyond University rather than in my degree itself.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • 3/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • Could have been better organised so I had more to do in my last week of work.

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

    • 2/5
  • 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 will be applying to the Graduate Scheme 2014, where I hope I will be successful in the south.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • Within one month I have been out for lunch/dinner with colleagues three times.

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

    • Pretty average for food and drink.

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

    • I didn;t have the chance to explore the nighlife but I havn't heard great reviews.

    1/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • I was commuting to Perth from Edinburgh so activities outside of work would be difficult as well as the commute.

    2/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Business Operations, Property Management

Scotland

August 2013

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