Spring Intern Review

by HSBC

Best Student Employer

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Rating

3.9/5
  • The Role
    4.8
  • The Company
    3.5
  • The Culture
    3.1

    The Role

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

    • Extremely informative and enjoyable.

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

    • A very friendly working environment where questions were welcomed by everyone including very senior members of staff.

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

    • All the guys running the show made sure that everyone knew what they were doing at all times.

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

    • Perfect Balance

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

    • Given responsibility in tasks designed to develop skills.

    4/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • All skill sessions where extremely useful.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Usually very vibrant and dynamic.

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

    • Very smooth running of the show.

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

    • Paid for professional skill workshops to take place and exposure to very highly experienced members of staff.

    3/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

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

    • Have been offered a fast track to the assessment centre for summer and would love to work there.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • Everyone was extremely friendly.

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

    • What you would expect from London.

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

    • Didn't get much chance to go out but it looked good.

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

    • #Group tasks to do at home.

    3/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Investment Banking, Banking

London

April 2012

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