Finance Intern Review

by GE (General Electric)

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Rating

4.2/5
  • The Role
    4.4
  • The Company
    4.4
  • The Culture
    3.5

    The Role

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

    • I have had the chance to work with some of the nicest people, and in terms of learning it has been a great experience

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

    • I felt very welcome when starting, and people are very helpful

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

    • Managers are available to support and help.

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

    • There are periods when I'm very busy and periods when it's a little more quite.

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

    • I've been given lots of responsibilities from the outset.

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

    • I have a very good picture of what a Finance career will involve.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Very positive

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

    • Naturally this is to great degree up to yourself, but I am very happy with the progress.

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

    • Excellent training. Have been one of the greatest experiences from my time in the business.

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

    • Company Parties/Events

    Working from home

    Healthcare from home
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • A lot of opportunities

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Monthly meetings as well as informal gatherings

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

    • Cheaper than in central London

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

    • Never went out

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

    • Plenty of volunteering opportunities.

    4/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

International

June 2009

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