Distribution Support Manager Review

by Lloyds Banking Group

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Rating

3.8/5
  • The Role
    4.1
  • The Company
    3.7
  • The Culture
    3.5

    The Role

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

    • It was a really good practical learning experience. I met soem great people and had some wonderful experiences.

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

    • Al ot of the work I did was complex and done in an efficient and rapid manner, without any loss of quality.

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

    • Independence was one of the biggest things I developed over the internship, because I LM emphasised me doing things on my own instead of relying on himm too much.

    3/5
  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

    • Some days were incredibly busy whilst others were quiet vwith little to do.

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

    • I was given tasks that I was responsible for, making sure that even if I was wasn't available to do them, someone could complete them in my absense. I was both accountable and responsible for several tasks.

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

    • Immensely! The things I've learnt I am already using in my own ventures. My MS OFfice skills have greatly improved and I can use them to on any presentation/document, making them the best and better than average.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Fun, everybody talked to each and shared jokes etc.

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

    • Very organised, I had my equipment, travel, and agenda/itneary sorted out days before when I needed them.

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

    • Company paid for my travel ot other sites for me to complete work.

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

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Company Parties/Events
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Very appealing. Job look very good and pay well. Also very exciting and interesting.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • Team meetings were fun!

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

    • I lived at home.

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

    • I hardly went out due to personal preference

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

    • August is the charity month, so a lot of opportunities to do charity work during work hours.

    4/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Commercial Banking, Investment Banking, Retail Banking, Banking

London

August 2013

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