Community Banking Intern Review
by Lloyds Banking Group
This review was submitted over 4 years ago, so some of the information it contains may no longer be relevant.
Rating
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The Role
4.4
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The Company
3.9
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The Culture
4.8
- 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?
- 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?
- 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?
- 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?
- 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?
- 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?
- 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?
- 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?
- 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
- 10. What were the perks on your work placement?
- 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?
- 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?
- 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?
- 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?
- 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?
The Role
Overall I really enjoyed this internship and would recommend to those considering. I was placed within the Lloyds branch in Bath. The internship has been a great learning experience and I've been given lots of support throughout. The only real downside was the travelling distance to work. I was fortunate enough to be provided accommodation within UWE halls, however this meant an hour and a half commute twice a day. Towards the end of the internship I spent two days a week in the Bristol Cabot branch - this was much more convenient.
The team I joined was incredibly friendly and welcoming. I felt like a valuable part of the team very quickly.
My line manager gave me considerable support throughout the internship. He was approachable and always happy to help. When he was out of the office there was plenty of support from the other management members. I also had support from the Regional Director who gave me an individual project to complete.
Being within retail I was kept busy in the Banking Hall the majority of the day. I was also given personal development tasks and the charity challenge.
I was given a reasonable amount of responsibility. I was trusted to carry out various tasks for the bank independently, but nothing too overhwleming.
I've gained a better understanding of financial institutions and the world of banking. I've also developed many transferable skills for my future career, most notably in customer service and leadership.
The Company
I spent three weeks training before I could speak to customers. There was also continuous development tasks - both online and within the Banking hall.
Hoping to get onto the graduate scheme.
The Culture
Lots going on in Bristol, however the accommodation is quite far out.
Details
Internship (1 Month+)
South West
August 2018
