Operational Analysis and Strategy Review

I really enjoyed my placement. I feel I have been placed in an area that really suits me. I appreciate it takes time for colleagues to show me what they do and teach me how to do the work but I feel people were willing to help most if the time.

There were times when I feel I wasn't invited to some of the events but if I asked to join I was always welcome to. My team were generally really lovely and inclusive though.

I had a weekly catch up and I could always bug people with questions however you do need to be a bit mindful sometimes that your colleagues are super busy.

After doing the training necessary which was universally considered a bit boring, I never run out of things to do. I always had a variety on my to do list and my supervisor always asked me it there is anything more I would like to know about, do or get out of this internship.

I did work with data which I don't think is available to many people and I did have good pieces of work to do however I didn't always feel like what I was working on was extremely important.

I definitely learn more about teamwork, resilience and time management. I feel these skills are invaluable since they can be applied in any situation. The professionalism and knowledge gained will definitely stay with me and help me in future professional settings.

We had a variety really. Sometimes it was quiet, sometimes we had a few chats but generally it was really friendly. We had team members from different cities joining us at times, we had talks and events to attend. All in all a good atmosphere.

The organisation was definitely there. I feel that compared to other interns I was able to have an easier transition and get into my work much quicker. Regular catch ups and a variety of work really contributed to my pleseant experience.

I have attended a course, talks, calls and learnt a lot. All resources were available if I wanted to learn more about any topic really. I was quite pleased to see the importance LBG place on personal development despite the busy schedules.

I really liked my job and I feel is was well suited for me. I would love to come here again however I am also keeping my options open and wish to explore different things.

I did not live with the other interns as I was one of the few to commute. That being said I still joined many social events with them as well as having lunch together almost every day.

As everywhere else, it depends where you go and what you get but there were many affordable places around the work place.

The nightlife was great. I was placed in Leeds and really that speaks for itself. Many places to go and there is something for everyone.

I was part of Helping Britain Prosper challenge and we did a lot of volunteering however they were all in the branch and we didn't get out much.