Easter Intern Review
by NatWest Group
This review was submitted over 4 years ago, so some of the information it contains may no longer be relevant.
Rating
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The Role
3.4
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The Company
3.3
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The Culture
2.8
- 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?
- 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?
- 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?
- 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?
- 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?
- 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?
- 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?
- 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?
- 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
- 10. What were the perks on your work placement?
- 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?
- 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?
- 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?
- 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?
- 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?
The Role
I really enjoyed working the long hours and getting a chance to see how an investment bank is run.
As an easter intern, you are extremely junior. Most people don't know who you are. However your line managers and mentors are usually very helpful when they give you some time.
They dont have an awful lot of time for you. Your kinda all for yourself.
I usually had stuff to do. If I didnt I had to read through loads of journals. It was quite intense.
Quite a lot. I had to step up to the plate and deliver presentations twice within the two weeks.
I learnt an awful lot about the business and the credit markets. I still remember this stuff to the date was very useful in understanding the cause of the credit crunch.
The Company
There was good team ethic but most people were worried as there jobs were on the line due to the credit crunch.
Very well organised program. Throughly enjoyable.
We were given two days of training and regular networking lunches. This was very useful to learn.
Good pay. Good opportunities.
The Culture
Very good. I enjoyed this side a lot.
Expensives as its the City and London.
Sports teams e.g rugby and cricket on the weekend. Chances to be involved in charity events etc.
Details
Internship (1 Month+)
International
August 2009
