Savills Internship Review

by Savills

Best Student Employer

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Rating

3.8/5
  • The Role
    4.0
  • The Company
    3.8
  • The Culture
    3.4

    The Role

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

    • I really enjoyed my internship. Everyone was really friendly and provided me with plenty of work to be getting on with. I learnt lots about the business and everyone was happy to answer any questions I may have.

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

    • The team made me feel most welcome. I felt included and was invited to any social events they had planned. They always thanked me for any work I had done. I felt a part of the team.

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

    • My mentor frequently checked in on me and was always happy to help with any queries or issues I had.

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

    • I would have liked more work, but given the time I was there they made a great effort to ensure I always had something to be getting on with.

    4/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • I was given repsosnibility for the work I completed.

    3/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • I have learnt some skills for life. I have bettered my communication, presentation, social skills. As well as learning to use new software and develop my skills in excel.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • The office had a friendly atmosphere, it was very relaxed and an enjoyable place to work.

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

    • I felt the placement was well organised. In order to improve I would say that the first team I visited were not aware I was coming.

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

    • I felt the company put a lot of time and effort into me.

    4/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Company Parties/Events
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I will definitely be applying to the Savills graduate scheme.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Yes I was always invited out for a drink or lunch on a Friday.

    4/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • Relatively cheap and perfectly manageable given the pay. I did not find this a problem.

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

    • It had a good nightlife. I chose not to go out but if you wanted to I know from experience it has a very active nightlife.

    4/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • I was invited to play in a netball match and to some lunch and learn opportunities.

    3/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

West Midlands

July 2019

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