Finance Intern Review

by National Grid

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Rating

4.5/5
  • The Role
    5.0
  • The Company
    4.5
  • The Culture
    3.6

    The Role

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

    • It was challenging at times but gave me a real chance to see what I was capable of doing

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

    • We all got to know each other really well and I was sad to leave.

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

    • My line manager was brilliant. They helped me to develop myself

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

    • Overall the work balance was good but sometimes unforeseen issues can and often will arise. so be prepared.

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

    • I was given the task of doing some reporting and it was great as I had to show initiative but also contact others and gather feedback.

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

    • What I have learnt will help me a lot for the future

    5/5

    The Company

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

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

    • Timing issues with background checks let it down a bit.

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

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

    • Subsidised/Company Gym

    Financial Bonus
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I'm on the finance graduate scheme!

    5/5

    The Culture

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

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

    • 4/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

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

    • 4/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

West Midlands

November 2012

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