Risk Intern Review
by Santander
This review was submitted over 4 years ago, so some of the information it contains may no longer be relevant.
Rating
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The Role
4.0
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The Company
4.2
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The Culture
5.0
- 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?
- 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?
- 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?
- 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?
- 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?
- 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?
- 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?
- 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?
- 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
- 10. What were the perks on your work placement?
- 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?
- 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?
- 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?
- 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?
- 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?
The Role
It's up to you to seek out work. There was a good work/life balance.
Was involved in several meetings with senior members (this only happens if you can prove yourself in the first 4 weeks).
This is extremely dependent on your line manager. Some are more supportive/caring than others.
Some days were naturally busier than others. Usually 9AM - 5:30PM
When the opportunity arises, capitalise on the opportunity. You will then be given more responsibility if you impress.
You get a real understanding of what it is like to work in a bank. You're knowledge comes from asking your team questions.
The Company
The office in Milton Keynes is known to be more lively than the London one.
At times, there was a lack of structure and objective. Would have been nice to have more events with the other interns and graduates. However, the programme is still quite young and is improving every year.
Subsidised Canteen
Sports and Social Club
Subsidised/Company Gym
National Travel
Above 25 days holiday
They only recruit a small number of the total interns.
The Culture
Really good people from across the UK and Spain. There was always something to do after work if you wanted.
It was London.
Details
Internship (1 Month+)
London
September 2013
