Operations Intern Review

by Santander

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Rating

4.1/5
  • The Role
    4.5
  • The Company
    3.9
  • The Culture
    3.6

    The Role

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

    • I enjoyed my time at Santander, it was a worthwhile experience and I gained a lot from it.

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

    • I felt welcomed and valued by my colleagues from the first day, an extremely brilliant team to work with.

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

    • I was supported through my internship from start to finish, I never felt scared to approach anyone and was given the adequate amount of support and guidance that I needed.

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

    • I was mainly busy but had some quiet periods as my department was a bit quiet over the summer. I voiced this with my managers and they found me some extra projects to get involved in.

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

    • I was giving a lot of responsibility which I think was a good thing.

    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 gained a lot of skills and learnt a lot from working in a large global organisation, things I will take going forward.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • The atmosphere in my office was always friendly and fun.

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

    • It was extremely well set up and organised, I always knew what my role was and tasks for the 12 weeks.

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

    • My managers help me develop skills and competencies that I would need for future employment.

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

    • 3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I would definitely consider Santander as a future graduate employer.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • I didn't really socialise with many work colleagues as I was the only person of my age in my office for 4/5 days a week.

    3/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • Leeds was a pretty cheap place to live & stay.

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

    • I didn't go out whilst on the internship but I have been out in Leeds previously and it is a good night life.

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

    • Not that many.

    3/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Yorkshire and Humberside

October 2012

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