Ulster Bank Summer Intern Review

by NatWest Group

Best Student Employer

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Rating

3/5
  • The Role
    3.8
  • The Company
    2.8
  • The Culture
    2.3

    The Role

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

    • I thoroughly enjoyed my internship overall.

    4/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • My team were open and inviting and my line manager was a great mentor.

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

    • The support within the bank was fantastic. Everyone is approachable and willing to help you to the best of their ability.

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

    • My department was dynamic and fast paced. On a daily basis I was extremely busy, with no two days ever being the same.

    4/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

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

    • I study Financial Management, however I was placed in Communications therefore the skills I learnt were important but will not play a major role in my future career.

    3/5

    The Company

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

    • The office was always busy, it was a great atmosphere to work in.

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

    • The organisation and communication prior to starting was terrible!

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

    • I did not receive any formal training. I learnt everything on the job from shadowing colleagues.

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

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Company Parties/Events

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

    • Excellent, as it is a worldwide organisation the opportunities are endless.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • 1/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • I was based in Dublin. The rent is extremely pricey and the social life is also above average.

    2/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Cant fault it.

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

    • 2/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

International

September 2015

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