Mixed-use Commercial Development team Review

by Savills

Best Student Employer

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Rating

3.9/5
  • The Role
    4.5
  • The Company
    4.0
  • The Culture
    2.9

    The Role

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

    • Thoroughly enjoyed it, learnt a lot and met some great people.

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

    • I felt my work was greatly valued and of use to my team.

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

    • I was given the correct level of support by the company. I felt I could ask if I wanted clarification on anything.

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

    • I got busier and busier as the month went on.

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

    • I was given work to my standard of knowledge, any work of considerable importance was checked over by a member of the team.

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

    • I have used various databases that will aid my Masters studies next year and in my future career.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Hard working but a nice friendly atmosphere at the same time.

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

    • The entire internship was very well organised and set up.

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

    • Not a huge amount but I felt supported and felt my development was kept track of.

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

    • Sports and Social Club
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Very appealing. I would LOVE to work at Savills.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Yes, I went for drinks with my team every Friday and played softball with Graduates and other Interns.

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

    • Very expensive.

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

    • I didn't go out during my placement but I know there are a few clubs nearby.

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

    • A fair few; city tour, cultural tour, softball

    3/5
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Internship (1 Month+)

London

August 2016

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