City Agent Review

by Savills

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.6/5
  • The Role
    4.8
  • The Company
    4.6
  • The Culture
    4.4

    The Role

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

    • Thoroughly enjoyed my placement, everyone was extremely friendly and welcoming.

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

    • Felt like part of the team from day one.

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

    • If I needed assistance, there was always someone to help and everyone was always willing to show me what to do.

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

    • I was in the city agency team and so there were always outings/meetings/launches for me to go to so was always out and about, which allowed me to learn and lot.

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

    • 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 learnt a huge amount from my placement at Savills and will definitely use these skills moving forward. Mixing with people of all ages has been a great insight into the working life and I definitely recommend it to anyone.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Everyone in the office has a very positive approach to work.

    5/5
  • 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?

    • Everyone was willing to help me if I was unsure about anything and very welcoming.

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

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

    • I think Savills is a fantastic company to work for and I would love a job with them!

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • There was plenty of opportunity to mix with everyone in the office, which was a great opportunity for me.

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

    • London (the City) is a very expensive place to work.

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

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

    • 4/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

London

July 2012

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