Commercial banking internship Review

by HSBC

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.2/5
  • The Role
    4.6
  • The Company
    3.8
  • The Culture
    4.0

    The Role

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

    • There was great structure of the programmes which ensures that we not only learn more about banking and technical knowledge, but the focus was on development. There was great support from the internship team and you get to gain tons of knowledge.

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

    • Everyone is HSBC is friendly and approachable. All the people are helpful if you are facing some problems.

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

    • Everyone has a line manager who ensures the internship goes smoothly. There is a lot of support and if you have any questions the managers would always help.

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

    • At some times, we are very busy, but there is still balance. It hugely depends on how actively involved one is in extra-curricular activities.

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

    • There are loads of opportunity where you can take ownership of work.

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

    • 5/5

    The Company

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

    • The atmosphere was great. Everyone is helpful and friendly. We are very busy but we still make time to chat and catchup with colleagues.

    3/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

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

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

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

    • 5/5

    The Culture

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

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

    • 3/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

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

    • 5/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Commercial Banking

London

August 2019

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