RBWM Penultimate Internship Review

I really enjoyed my internship, The atmosphere, the people, the culture was amazing. This was an experience that I would never forget and would always use everything i learnt in the future. The support was nice and also i was able to meet different people that I can always speak to later on in the future.

I always felt valued by my colleagues and not just the ones in my team but also in other department. The culture was amazing as you can speak to different individuals at different levels and you would always be listened to. lIke they always say no question is ever stupid. Each individual sees you as important and treat you like you re a permanent staff rather than just an intern.

I would say i had the right support from both my placement managers. If i ever needed any helped or support i would have to email them and would get an answer and if not i would ask the other colleagues in the team and they were always ready to help. Also my placement managers would always arrange 1:1 meetings with them every 2 days so I tell them any concern i may have or any support needed.

I would say 90% of the time. This is one thing i really enjoyed most during my internships as my placement managers made sure I had something to do each time of the day. From learning new things within the company to getting to have coffee chat with other colleagues in different department to learn what they do.

I was given quite a bit of responsibility as we were not allowed to do much in such period of time. it depends on what department you are working in for example; working in the branch, you can learn the basics of what to say to customers but are not actually allowed to advice the customers. In all all the tasks i did was significant to my team.

I was able to develop me skills and learn new ones. for example; I learnt how to be more resilient. Such as; expecting the unexpected which would be really useful during my masters and future graduate job as I will be open to more challenges more flexible. And also my communication skills which was developed during networking events and socials.

The atmosphere was great, everyone was friendly and always there to support and listen to you. The atmosphere was also positive which was important as it mad me want to learn and grow more. Absolutely loved it!

the internship was really organised. from attending the induction programme and the activities that was planned for us which was really helpful as we were all able to feel comfortable with each other. Also we were involved in different social event such as charity events etc. and We would always be given enough instruction before the day and also on the day so to ensure everyone understands that is going on.

HSBC really try to invest in your personal brand. they really helped you in a way that when you do leave you will be ready for the outside world. from helping you in presentations and networking such as developing you communication skills. Also listening and understand other colleagues experiences really helped me.

I would say it was very appealing. The work balance and social life is really good. The growth within the organisation is amazing. Lastly, HSBC really help you with your development, you have the opportunity to do what you want to do that can help you grow career wise.

It depends on where your placement is based while i was at the branch; there wasn't any socials at all as everyone did there own thing. However, being in the London head office, i was able to see other interns and actually go out with them. It was good that we got to meet for lunch and speak about our experiences.

As part of my placement was in London, It was quite expensive. Such as; accommodation fees, socialising. it was ore costly in London compare to other places outside London.

There was not much night life.

Yes, such as charity works, charity events. And also there opportunity to join the sport clubs.