Summer Placement Student Review

by Savills

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.2/5
  • The Role
    4.8
  • The Company
    3.8
  • The Culture
    3.8

    The Role

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

    • It was a very well structured placement that was full of useful insight, challenging work tasks and site visits.

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

    • The team was very welcoming which allowed me to settle in very quickly.

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

    • I was given support and advice whenever I needed help, but equally I was encouraged to think for my self and work through any problems.

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

    • I was never bored, I was always involved with numerous tasks and projects, this range from reading and understanding reports to designing details on CAD.

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

    • The responsibility that I was given increased as the placement went on, in my final week I was involved with designing details on CAD for a client.

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

    • The things I have learned during this placement have been so valuable. I feel more confident in understanding the role that a Building Surveyor plays, I have extended my building pathology knowledge and most importantly I have gained a valuable insight into communicating and dealing with a client.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • The atmosphere in the office was very productive, there was never a moment when I didn't feel comfortable asking for help. Everyone was extremely welcoming which allowed me to settle into the office very quickly.

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

    • The placement was very well structured, there wasn't a moment where I wasn't learning something related to what I am studying, all the work I did was related to current project work.

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

    • I felt very valued at Savills, there was various one on one opportunity's for me to ask questions, I also received valuable feedback on the work that I was involved with.

    4/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Company Car

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    National Travel

    International Travel

    Financial Bonus

    Company Parties/Events

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop

    Above 25 days holiday

    Working from home

    Healthcare from home

    Healthcare/Dental

    Travel loan
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • My placement at Savills was fantastic, I has the opportunity to learn new things and challenge myself, It also gave me the opportunity to assist in current project work. I hope to gain a full time position here when I graduate!

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • There was various opportunities to catch up with others who were undertaking placements at Savills, it was a great chance to talk about our experiences and gain an insight into different departments within the business.

    4/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • I personally travelled in Birmingham which was relatively cheap, and the cost of socialising was reasonable.

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

    • The night life was very vibrant, there was always an opportunity to catch up with colleagues or others who worked in the same profession.

    4/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • I was lucky enough to be involved with the staff football team. I took part in two tournaments during my placement, one of which we almost won!

    4/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

West Midlands

July 2015

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