Intern Review

I enjoyed coming into work because of the people I was working with. However, my project did not really stimulate me so some days were not enjoyable.

Some colleagues really took an interest in my work, regularly asking for updates on my project progress. They were always open to questions and made this clear from day one. Socially, they were very easy to get along with, very nice people.

I was given a project and it was my responsibility to go and do it as I thought best. Managers were open to discussions and questions.

First seven weeks my days were busy completing my project. The last three weeks I was analyzing data and mostly working on a presentation for the executives and touching up on the project.

I was the first person attempting to do the project that I was given so I believe there is a lot to learn for my colleagues from the work I have done. In terms of daily responsibilities I was left to work on the project throughout the entire internship. I would have liked a bit more responsibility given the range of tasks that my colleagues were carrying out.

Project management skills are probably the skills set I will take into my degree and future career. I was hoping to have a technical learning experience. In the end it was mainly research and data entry into a spreadsheet which I guess teaches you perseverance.

I started the internship during the World Cup and everybody was really into it. The atmosphere was great. My colleagues were focused professionals but also had time to discuss and even watch matches. Everybody did their job, everybody gets along well and has time to have a few laughs.

There were several 'lunch and learn' training sessions, once every two weeks or so. These were presentations by members of different departments of the business on their business area over lunch. It was a great way to learn about different areas of the business apart from your own.

We had a few very useful workshops; presentation skills and recruitment skills. These gave us an insight into how HR of a massive organisation look at recruitment, what they look for, how to nail interviews etc.

I would consider a role in the company however, there is no formal graduate scheme. Do a good job as an intern and it is possible to secure a role after your degree depending on the needs of the business.

All the interns usually had lunch together on the grass outside or in the kitchen. The company also organized a day out to the London Eye for the interns to get to know each other a bit more. All my colleagues were very easy going, easy to get along with. Social events after work were quite common especially during the world cup. Played football once a week with colleagues.

The internship was in central London so the cost of living is a bit high. I would recommend bringing a packed lunch.

Plenty of restaurants around.

Opportunities to get involved in charity events.