Insight Programme Intern Review

by Savills

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.7/5
  • About You
    4.6
  • The Company
    4.5
  • Everything Else
    5.0

    About You

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

    • I learned a lot about Savills and the property industry in just one week and the experience has further affirmed my goal to join the company as a graduate.

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

    • I was given increasing responsibility throughout the week and felt I was able to contribute to the team through my work.

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

    • My mentors and team director were very supportive and I was able to acquire clarification whenever it was needed. As a result I learned a lot more about the property industry. I especially appreciated their guidance as I am currently studying a non-cognate degree.

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

    • I believe that this insight week has provided me with a good introduction to the property industry, which will help me when and if I start a summer scheme in this industry. It will definitely help when I start my studies in my RICS-accredited Masters programme.

    4/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?

    • I found the week to be very well structured. Presentations on the different departments of the company provided a good, all-round insight into the business as a whole. I was also able to socialise and network with fellow interns, graduates and directors, which I especially appreciated. Throughout the scheme I was also given the chance to join site visits and perform hands-on tasks, which I thoroughly enjoyed.

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

    • I felt that the Savills office had a great atmosphere and there was clear balance between work and social life outside of the office. I felt that each individual is valued highly and there was clear mutual respect within and between teams.

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

    • I felt that my mentors, director, team and the Savills HR team truly took their time to ensure interns made the most of their time at Savills.

    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?

    • It provided a good insight into what it would be like to have a full time role with the company. I hope to continue learning more through acquiring a summer scheme with the firm.

    4/5
  • 9. How much did the insight help you in understanding the company culture?

    • 4/5
  • 10. How valuable was the content in helping you to decide on your future career path?

    • Savills provided cross-departmental talks, which I especially appreciated.

    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?

    • I was introduced to members of my team, other key figures in the company, graduates, fellow interns and was also given the great opportunity to meet directors of other teams within the company.

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

    • Fantastic. I was given plenty time within the week to network and get to know Savills' people and fellow interns.

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

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

    • Most definitely.

    5/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Property Management

London

April 2014

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