Summer Internship Review

by NatWest Group

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4/5
  • The Role
    3.8
  • The Company
    4.5
  • The Culture
    3.9

    The Role

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

    • Great first rotation with a lot of autonomy given to me and continuous workflows. Felt that second rotation consisted of some background tasks which were menial. Have thoroughly enjoyed the out of work events that have been organised for us by HR - a lot of thought and very consistent.

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

    • Plenty of opportunities to take initiative and prove myself. Once you prove yourself the opportunities that come your way then allow you to really add value to the team. Felt more valued on some particular tasks, but then on other tasks felt that value-add was minimal.

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

    • Both supervisors have been very on top of things, always looking to enhance my experience. Were more than happy to take out time to speak to me and give me guidance on anything that I needed it on.

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

    • At times some tasks were over-estimated in terms of how long it would take me to complete them. Therefore sometimes was sitting around while waiting for the next task.

    3/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • Mixed opinion between rotations. Some tasks required high levels of diligence and care due to the levels of autonomy given to me. But at times some tasks felt like they were there to simply fill time.

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

    • Any previous experience in the work place will help substantially in the future. The attitude required in a work place helps to consider and view tasks from an alternative perspective which I feel will be helpful when approaching course-related tasks at university.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • Very friendly atmosphere and very approachable people.

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

    • Very well organised and a lot better from what I have heard about other summer internships. - Lunch and learn sessions to gain an insight into other areas of the business were extremely helpful - Fun socials

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

    • Quite a lot - substantial training in the first week. Weekly opportunities to learn about other business areas. Regular skills development sessions.

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

    • Company Car
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Would love to come back and work here

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Great social aspect to the internship, with plenty of oppotunities

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

    • City hub - so plenty of socialising opportunities. However can be expensive to live here.

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

    • Central London - always something going on

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

    • A fair few including sports, charity and mentoring

    4/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Banking

London

August 2013

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