Operations & Technology Intern Review

by Santander

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Rating

3.5/5
  • The Role
    3.5
  • The Company
    3.3
  • The Culture
    3.9

    The Role

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

    • Santander is a really positive and supporting company to work for. My enjoyment stemmed from feeling valued by fellow & senior colleagues.

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

    • I felt valued by fellow & senior colleagues at all times which motivated me throughout the internship.

    4/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • With weekly 1 - to - 1's with my line manager and volunteered feedback from senior managers, I was never short of constructive feedback and praise.

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

    • This varied (to be expected), but I would describe the general pace as moderate.

    3/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • My projects/tasks were clearly set out and support was given where needed. I was expected to keep track of on going tasks and complete them in a timely manner without reminders. Some tasks had higher impact than others so prioritising was key.

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

    • Progressed skills in data analysis, excel, coding.

    3/5

    The Company

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

    • The atmosphere was very friendly and supportive.

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

    • The internship felt very organised from the onset.

    4/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • Santander had all interns complete mandatory training. The 1-to-1 sessions really helped give direction and goals to the internship.

    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?

    • Santander is a great company to work for, I would definitely consider a career here if the right role where to appear.

    3/5

    The Culture

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

    • Yes, although I felt this varies depending on location. i.e London will have greater socialising opportunities than MK

    3/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • Moderate

    4/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • n/a

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

    • Yes - As an intern group we did many activities (mostly related to CSR though)

    4/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

London

September 2017

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