Insight Student Review

by Savills

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.5/5
  • About You
    4.3
  • The Company
    4.4
  • Everything Else
    5.0

    About You

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

    • A great week where I really learnt a lot about the company, and met some great people.

    4/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued during your time at the company or firm?

    • People always went out of their way to make you feel welcome, and were genuinely interested in you.

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

    • They always thoroughly explained the task before expecting you to complete it and were always on hand to help, no question was too silly.

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

    • It's given me a much better understanding of the APC and what each of the different pathways and developments entail.

    4/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?

    • Well structured, there were some set meetings, but most of the time you worked within your department and under your mentor allowing you to build a close relationship with your team.

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

    • Everyone was willing to work hard and play hard. This made for a great atmosphere which meant that deadlines and tasks were completed on time, to a high standard; but in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

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

    • 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?

    • By having graduate mentors we were able to learn what it was like to work for Savills straight after university and how we could progress through the company.

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

    • It's a great place, everyone genuinely enjoys working here and there is a plenty of camaraderie around the office.

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

    • Everyone was open to talking about and giving advice on your future career path. They really want you to succeed and to help you find your place in the right department.

    5/5

    Everything Else

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

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

    • We managed to meet graduates, directors, graduate recruiters and pretty anyone and everyone who worked in the building, everyone was friendly and open and interested in finding out more about you.

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

    • Such fun, it really is a very sociable company.

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

    • There are lots of sports teams and social events throughout the year across departments, regions and the entire company.

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

    • It really does what it says, it offers you an insight into a great company, and you are allocated mentors who really look after you, show you the ropes and give you plenty of responsibility.

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

London

April 2014

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