Business Implementation and Pan Community Banking Risk Review

The internship was very valuable personally and professionally. I was able to travel around the UK whilst working on projects which actually impact my workplace for 2019. Although my degree doesn't necessarily coincide with LBG, I gained skills which have really given me a new mind set in terms of education and adult life.

My colleagues really got me involved from day one of my internship. I felt like my opinions were actually valued and taken on board when executive decisions were made. I was also apart of projects external from what's central to the bank, such as the 'Helping Britain Prosper' project.

My line managers and colleagues were very supportive. If I ever had a query or question they seemed genuinely interested in helping me out and providing me with clarity. I also felt that asking questions which may be deemed simple or basic to them was not daunting at all as they understood this was all new to me

I was occupied most of the time during my internship. My division was difficult as it was very dependent on the prior knowledge you have as we provide other divisions with advice and feedback. However, when an opportunity did arise that I was capable of doing, my managers would allow me to do this

At the start of my internship I was worried as I understood that if I made a decision which was not the best, it could have a strong negative impact on the bank, however, my managers saw that I genuinely cared for my role and wanted to hold the company's name in good health. In light of this, they gave me enough responsibility to satisfy me for the 10 weeks.

I not only had access to first hand knowledge from colleagues who have worked over 40 years in the banking sector. I was given access to the learning tools for free and was able to gain certificates in incredible courses others would have to pay for. From legalities to economics.

I feel like I had a great team, especially my line manager. It can be daunting sometimes divulging into environments you're not familiar with, so a line manager and team that really care and want to see you do well makes all the difference.

It was organised well. My only criticism is the aptitude test we took before the internship started which was meant to place interns somewhere in their skill set. I do feel like my division was very alien to me but in that respect, I'm glad as I've learned so much.

I feel like the company had a strong balance with my personal training and development and specific work related duties. We were able to exercise our compassion skills as we went to a hospice in Yorkshire and were able to help and learn simultaneously.

I initially thought working in my department would be something completely out of my interests but once you get stuck in it becomes interesting and you really become a part of the team. LBG is huge also, providing ample opportunity to work in a number of different divisions.

Living in the same accommodation definitely helped with the social aspect. The other interns/scholars had to go through the same process as I did so it instantly removes any precedent one might be setting. They are like-minded and looking for the same thing as you.

It was better than my hometown London, but still quite expensive. However, as you advance and adapt you find hidden gems in the community and become money smart.

Bristol night life is great, because Bristol is such a diverse social hub, there's everything you can think of.

100% Myself and some friends had the opportunity to go to carnivals, day parties, dinner parties, sports sessions, concerts, festivals and much more. Most of this was free because it's run by the council and local communities.