Operations Summer 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
4.8
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The Company
3.7
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The Culture
3.3
- 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 had so much fun on my internship, was given interesting work and sat worked with a fantastic group of people.
Everybody I spoke to and worked with treated me like a true part of the team and not like an inexperienced intern.
Despite my line manager being on holiday for some of my placement, the rest of the team offered their help and guidance whenever I needed it.
I was assigned a project and other work so was always busy, never bored.
The responsibility I had on my project meant I was in full control of what I did. It wasn't too much responsibility for my lack of experience however
Project management skills, time management and effective communications formed the basis of my internship. These skills will always be invaluable.
The Company
Everybody spoke, but at times was quiet as it was a small office.
Good overall set up but sometimes poor communication meant confused details about events etc.
We had a week of initial training, extra excel courses and e-learning available upon request.
Company Parties/Events
A lovely place to wokr, great culture!
The Culture
Everybody was friendly and socialised well
Lunch/ drinks aren't cheap but it's what you expect from central London
Mainly just pubs around the working area, but interns went out together in different areas
Some activites were run by graduates, and sports organised by other areas of the organisation, but would like to see more clubs.
Details
Internship (1 Month+)
Investment Banking, Banking, Business Management
London
September 2012
