Building Surveyor Summer Intern Review

by Cushman & Wakefield

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Rating

4.2/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    4.4
  • The Culture
    3.8

    The Role

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

    • Cushman & Wakefield gave me a valuable insight into the life of a Surveyor, allowing me to be involved in all aspects of their work and interaction with their clients.

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

    • My colleagues were friendly and welcoming, making me feel at ease through what can be a daunting time.

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

    • All members of the team were willing to provide guidance and answer questions regarding the work I was given.

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

    • I was given enough work to be challeged but not so much as to feel unable to complete the work to a high standard.

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

    • I was given as much responsbility as was suitable considering my current qualifications.

    4/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • Everything I learnt whilst at Cushman & Wakefield will be taken forward with me as I continue my career in the filed of Surveying.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • The atmosphere was professional but easy going.

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

    • The placement was well organised with all information and dates given to me well in advance.

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

    • It was made clear that the aim of the placement was to provide professional experience of the career in Surveying and to bring our attention to the process of completing the APC.

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

    • Sports and Social Club

    Company Parties/Events

    Healthcare from home

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

    • I now hold a full time position at Cushman & Wakfield.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Placement students were encouraged to attend networking events and socialise as a group.

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

    • London is an expensive place to live, but with forward planning an active social life is easily achievable.

    2/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • London has more clubs and bars than you could ever go to!

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

    • Whilst on placement I was invited to attend the companies summer party and was invited along to all social events attended by the department.

    4/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

London

November 2012

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