Commercial Intern (Fixed Income Operations Team) Review

by M&G plc

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Rating

4.4/5
  • The Role
    4.8
  • The Company
    4.6
  • The Culture
    3.5

    The Role

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

    • I had a brilliant 8 weeks at M&G. I learnt an awful amount, had some great experiences, was trusted with a high workload and level of responsibility and got on really well with the team I worked on. The careers team put a lot of effort into making sure you get the most out of your placement.

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

    • Very valued. Made to feel like a seasoned member of the team from day one.

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

    • My manager and line manager, not to mention teammates and other members of staff, were very helpful and patient in all respects and definitely ensured that I got up to speed very fast and knew what I was doing.

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

    • The workload was very constant with a great balance of ad hoc work and long-term projects.

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

    • I was given a surprising amount of responsibility, which made me feel like a valued member of the team.

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

    • I've gained an awful lot in the 8 weeks here and the skills I've picked up and developed will undoutedly benefit me in my future career.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • M&G has a really unique culture for the city. Everyone, no matter how senior, is very approachable at any hour of the day and there's a tremendous work-life balance.

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

    • The Early Careers team did a great job of ensuring we got the most out of the internship, with regular feedback sessions, insight sessions with all business areas and a lot of education in the first week ensuring that we came out with a great knowledge of the industry and company.

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

    • My team and the Early Careers team invest a huge amount in personal development.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Company Car

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    National Travel

    International Travel

    Financial Bonus

    Company Parties/Events

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop

    Above 25 days holiday

    Working from home

    Healthcare from home

    Healthcare/Dental

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

    • I'd love to come back and work at M&G on the graduate scheme.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Great social scene between other interns and I was lucky enough to be with a very social team.

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

    • Central London is, unsurprisingly, very expensive.

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

    • Average, but there are some great pubs around.

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

    • Played football a few times with colleagues/other interns

    4/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Banking, Customer Service, Logistics and Operations, Business Management

London

August 2014

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