Intern Review

by Lloyds Banking Group

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Rating

3.5/5
  • The Role
    3.8
  • The Company
    3.0
  • The Culture
    3.6

    The Role

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

    • I was able to extend my placement by 4 weeks which was excellent.

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

    • Very welcoming and approachable. Went out of their way to help me and provide support.

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

    • Help on the project I was working with. Support in arranging meetings with senior managers.

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

    • Little too little work to do. But first time they had had an intern and weren't aware of how long things would take me.

    2/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • Average.

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

    • Will not help directly with my degree but certainly will with later life.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Positive atmosphere, fun and friendly but professional.

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

    • Not really very impressed with HR. Severe lack of disorganisation and lack of communication with contract since finishing my placement.

    1/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • 3/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Subsidised Canteen

    National Travel

    Working from home
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Excellent

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Socials and meals out organised

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

    • Lived at home so only had commuting costs.

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

    • Did not go out in Bristol, only Bath.

    3/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • Many events organised.

    5/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Retail Banking, Business Management

South West

November 2010

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