Executive Trainee Review

by HSBC

Best Student Employer

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Rating

3.9/5
  • The Role
    3.5
  • The Company
    4.1
  • The Culture
    4.1

    The Role

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

    • Great work atmosphere, people really willing to assist with any queries.

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

    • Tried my best to get on well with everyone, felt like they appreciated my presence and gradually became more willing to help me out.

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

    • I think a lot of it comes down to what kind of person you are, I didn't feel like I needed much support, I just tried to learn as much about the products/company as I could and apply that at work.

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

    • I would always find something to do

    3/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • I felt like i delivered a lot in some areas of the bank and definitely made customers feel welcome and appreciated. Wasn't able to take on more serious tasks due to technical issues, however I made an effort to network with a whole range of specialists that offered some great knowledge and let me sit in and actively discuss commercial matters with large clients.

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

    • I think the skills learned, although valued, are not something that I would apply to my education.

    3/5

    The Company

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

    • Great People, Good banter.

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

    • Felt very well taken care of

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

    • I can tell they spend a lot on these programs, the time and effort they take to organise everything really makes you feel like your skills are valued and that they are hoping to actively involve you in the future.

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

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

    • Such a wide range of areas, have spoken to so many different people from Global Markets to Private Banking and the opportunities are endless.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • When we partied, we partied hard.

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

    • Standard prices

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

    • Normal Uni City nightlife

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

    • Was always asked to play sports or help with charitable projects etc

    4/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

West Midlands

July 2013

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