Student Economist Review

by HM Treasury

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Rating

4/5
  • The Role
    4.0
  • The Company
    4.5
  • The Culture
    3.4

    The Role

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

    • I enjoy the whole year and I really like every aspect of working in the Treasury - the flexible working hour, the colleagues, the work I had done, everything.

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

    • My colleagues were really nice to me and I do feel they valued myself and my view on different issues.

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

    • I had the perfect line manager and we still have a good relationship. He gave me support on and off work.

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

    • Occassionally I didn't have much to do but most of the time the balance is good.

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

    • I was given important work that were used by senior people.

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

    • The whole year has certainly helped my development as in economist.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • My colleagues are really interesting people and I love lunching and going to pub after work with them.

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

    • I think it was really well organised and - students are supported and valued in the Treasury

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

    • I learnt a lot about how Treasury and Government runs and I also received training on economics.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Sports and Social Club

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

    • That's a good experience and I would recommend getting a job with the Treasury.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • Yes students did a lot of things together - lunch, pub, night out, movie etc.

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

    • Everything in London is expensive...but there are a few sandwich shops which are good and cheap around the Treasury.

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

    • Within walking distances you can find a loads of bars and clubs.

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

    • There are a lot of different socials and there are plenty of sport activities I could join.

    4/5
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Placement (10 Months+)

London

September 2010

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