RBS Easter Insight Operations Review

by NatWest Group

Best Student Employer

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Rating

2.7/5
  • The Role
    3.0
  • The Company
    2.7
  • The Culture
    2.4

    The Role

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

    • First day is quite long seen as its and introduction. However, the more interactive days and shadowing can be quite fun.

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

    • As the days went on, everyone got to know each other better and it became more of a relaxed atmosphere rather than the nervous bunch on day 1.

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

    • Everything was well organised and laid out. If there are any changes, the graduate team will notify you on the day AND via e-mail.

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

    • First day is mainly presentations. Second day is interactive simulations of trading, operations and technology. All really fun. Days 3 and 4 are work shadowing with small assessments at the end of each day. Final day is an assessment centre.

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

    • None seen as we are just gaining an insight.

    1/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • Fairly neutral. Met people and did contribute to discussions, presentations, etc. Overall, just enjoy the experience and you will reap the benefits as you go along.

    3/5

    The Company

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

    • Fairly quiet. Nothing too busy.

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

    • Well organised. Everything went according to plan.

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

    • We had a speaker on day 1 with regards to networking tips.

    2/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

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

    • Hopefully they give me an internship offer (fingers crossed).

    3/5

    The Culture

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

    • Everyone was up for a laugh once the week went on. But serious when required to be.

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

    • London is expensive. However, RBS will accommodate you (really nice apartments!!) if you live outside the M25. Food was provided throughout.

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

    • We didn't have time for 'nightlife'.

    3/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • No time for that stuff. Week starts off long, but ends before you know it.

    1/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Investment Banking, Banking

London

April 2012

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