Penultimate Year Summer Intern Review

by HSBC

Best Student Employer

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Rating

3.8/5
  • The Role
    3.8
  • The Company
    3.8
  • The Culture
    3.8

    The Role

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

    • Very enjoyable

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

    • Everyone was very friendly and welcoming

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

    • Weekly reviews/feedback

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

    • Hot and Cold

    3/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • Some responsibility, but within reason

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

    • Commercial awareness and various soft skills will be useful for the future

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Very relaxed and chilled

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

    • Communication issues at times with HR

    3/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • Provided a couple of learning & development days, as well as networking opportunities

    4/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Flexi Time

    Company Parties/Events
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Great culture and working environment

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • London based interns meet up with regularity

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

    • London is obviously expensive

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

    • Good nightlife available

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

    • Took part in community projects and events

    4/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Commercial Banking

London

August 2012

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