Summer Intern Review

by Savills

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.1/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    4.2
  • The Culture
    3.9

    The Role

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

    • Varied work, sociable and generally busy

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

    • Given a pretty good amount of responsibility

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

    • Things were always explained well by all members of my team, and no questions went unanswered.

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

    • Busy the vast majority of the time. There were some occasions where I didn't have much to do, but they were few and far between.

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

    • A reasonable amount

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

    • Although my internship was not directly related to my degree, I feel I developed key skills that will undoubtedly assist me in my career.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • Very sociable atmosphere and freindly colleagues

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

    • Very well organised. Lots of events and learning opportunities put in place (most days).

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

    • Talks were given by various departments, and each intern assigned a personal mentor.

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

    • Would love to work here

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • excellent socials between interns and graduates. I was also frequently invited to drinks with more senior members of my team.

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

    • It was central London so expectedly expensive

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

    • Expensive but very good!

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

    • Loads of opportunites for sporting events, socials, charity events etc..

    5/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Property Management

London

August 2014

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