Markets Review

by NatWest Group

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.2/5
  • About You
    3.8
  • The Company
    4.4
  • Everything Else
    4.4

    About You

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy the insight?

    • Was great fun with a relaxed atmosphere

    5/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued during your time at the company or firm?

    • All staff made us feel like we were as important to RBS as they were to us. We were taken out fornlunch and made to feel valued.

    4/5
  • 3. How much guidance/support did you receive during the insight?

    • We received good suppprt and handbooks. Some of the timetable was difficult to work out and we had to find our own way to places, but I guess that's part of the test!

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

    • The skills developed, included training on client interaction among others, however the programme was more focused on you getting to know RBS, the staff and what they do.

    4/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?

    • It was very well structured, with an overview amd intro to RBS and specifically M&IB at the beginning .

    4/5
  • 6. How was the general atmosphere during your insight?

    • The general atmosphere was great, everyone was made to feel relaxed and there was an emphasis on enjoying yourself as well as the informative side.

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

    • There were a number of training programmes including overall development, markets specific development and an overview/intro to what Investment Banking is.

    4/5
  • 8. To what extent did the insight help you to understand what it would be like to have a full time role with the company or firm?

    • Everyone seemed very honest, and the work shadowing really gave I good insight into the staffs everyday roles

    5/5
  • 9. How much did the insight help you in understanding the company culture?

    • The culture was a huge thing for RBS, and it was clear the cultur that they had.

    5/5
  • 10. How valuable was the content in helping you to decide on your future career path?

    • Very valuable. It helped me realise what really goes on, giving me greater exposure to all the different areas.

    5/5

    Everything Else

  • 11. Were you paid or reimbursed adequately for this experience?

    • We were provided woth accommodation if outside the M25.

  • 12. Were there opportunities for networking and meeting other employees of the company or firm?

    • There were plenty of networking opportunities

    5/5
  • 13. How were the networking/ social event opportunities?

    • They were a great opportunity, however not always hugely attended by grads.

    4/5
  • 14. Did you find out about activities that employees can get involved in outside of work?

    • Yes we were involved in a Corporate Social Responsibility programme on the final day. This showed us the charoty work that we could do at RBS

    4/5
  • 15. Would you recommend this insight to a friend?

    • I'd definitely recommend this insight, I had a great time meeting a variety of new people. It also gave me a great deal of exposure and a real holistic view of markets.

    5/5
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Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

London

April 2014

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