Operations Intern Review

by Santander

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Rating

4.1/5
  • The Role
    4.5
  • The Company
    3.7
  • The Culture
    4.0

    The Role

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

    • It was very interesting. Good team and good work environment.

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

    • Very good team. Funny people. A lot of banter

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

    • My manager was very helpful.

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

    • Standard day was 9-5 and you just get on with your work. Not that busy.

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

    • I was doing actual work and provided cover because some people were off on holiday and the team was short.

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

    • Any experience is valuable and the skills are transferable. I am able to handle pressure well and have met my targets on deadline.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Very good. Friendly people and a lot of Banter

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

    • Very easy.

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

    • Not much. Not many intern events to get to know the other interns. Only thing that lacked.

    3/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

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

    • Very Much. If you impress your manager, you are likely to land a job.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • Yes other intern were friendly but everyone is very scattered.

    4/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • It is pretty decent.

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

    • Very decent. London is awesome.

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

    • Not many. But there was a gym in the building and another one nearby.

    4/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Commercial Banking, Investment Banking

London

September 2014

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