Summer Analyst Review

by NatWest Group

Best Student Employer

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Rating

3.7/5
  • The Role
    4.1
  • The Company
    3.7
  • The Culture
    3.3

    The Role

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

    • Very enjoyable placement. The work I was assigned was quite enjoyable and gave me a sense of start to finish responsibility for a project that then turned out to have real business impact. The team were great fun as well. When productivity is combined with a good team culture, you automativally enjoy your time, and that's certainly the case with me.

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

    • I was primarily working on a project that was effectively a consultancy project and therefore didnt contribute to any of the BAU (Business as usual) activities. However I did take on a BAU role that takes up a good 30 mins of everyone's time everyday so I think my colleagues valued me for that in particular.

    4/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • Both my manager and team leader have been extremely supportive and struck the right balance between independence and supervision.

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

    • Quite busy - except the first 2 weeks the combination of project work and BAU did take up most of my day. Having said that I had enough time to network and TALK to the people around me, something I feel is key to both success and productivity.

    4/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • Complete responsibility for my project - promotes dedication and ownership! Complete responsibility for a BAU process as well so made me feel useful!

    3/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • 2 way process for sure. Time Management being key. Prioritising the work load was of immense importance and is certainly something I shall now carry back into my degree studies.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Chilled throughout the day but quiet at the busy periods. Fun people, great atmosphere

    4/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • Pretty well organised and complemented RBS's working culture quite beautifully.

    4/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • Extensive training was provided. Perhaps a bit more technical training needed

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

    • Company Parties/Events
    2/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Would love to receive a full time offer!

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Very good. Events every other day!

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

    • Very expensive, Zone 1 in the City!

    1/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Pretty Good. Zone 1, Liverpool street. Shoreditch round the corner!

    4/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • Quite a few opportunities, yes. Including compulsory CSR

    4/5
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Internship (1 Month+)

Investment Banking, Business Management

London

September 2012

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