Government Engagement Intern Review

On a day-to-day basis, I assisted members of the team in analysing policy documents and consultations released by the government. I also prepared a number of briefings for senior leaders in the business for meetings with external stakeholders and industry groups. I attended team meetings and meetings with people from across the business to work on projects related to helping the company maintain its reputation with government stakeholders.

I definitely improved my skills at reading and summarising complicated documents in short periods of time!

I was impressed with the amount of responsibility I was given. I was able to take a substantial role on a number of important pieces of work which will (hopefully) have a long-lasting impact on the business.

The whole team really went out of their way to make me feel supported, even though I completed my entire internship virtually. My line manager was really helpful and invested in making sure I got the most out of my internship. I also had a buddy, although I didn't always manage to schedule time to catch up with her.

The company culture was really welcoming. I really enjoyed getting involved with the LGBT staff network and being able to take part in projects as part of that group, even though I was only there for 11 weeks.

I really enjoyed my internship! I found the work interesting and fulfilling, and I really enjoyed working with my team. Even though the entire internship was virtual I still felt as though I was a part of the company.

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Be yourself in the application process! Even if you don't know much about the industry going in (I certainly didn't), take everything as an opportunity to learn and be curious. Make the most of Visa University in your first few weeks to get up to speed on payments, and definitely take the time to have a chat with everyone in your team.