Information Systems Intern Review

by M&G plc

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Rating

3.9/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    4.1
  • The Culture
    3.0

    The Role

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

    • I had a great time, from socials such as the summer party, and fortnightly softball, to many intern events such as table tennis, it was an enjoyable summer

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

    • My colleagues were interested in my background and life outside of work, and included me in decisions and meetings alike, Even coming to me for help / advice,

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

    • My manager found time in his busy schedule every week, to fing out what i was enjoying / disliked to tailor my tasks, such that i got the most out of my internship. HR were around if ever needed, and helped with anything possible.

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

    • There were some quiet days, especially at the beginning, however this picked up, and more tasks assigned,

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

    • Over time responsibility increaased as tasks were completed, from implementing new processes to making changes on servers

    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 placement was extremely useful, and provided a great insight to the corporate environment, training was weekly through learning sessions & lunches provided centrally allowing an oversight of the business and asset management industry, to specific Information System talks to give a more targeted view. A presentation provided a great chance to practice presenting, speaking and feedback provided to help you move forwards.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • The office was friendly / informal but professional, lots of socials and everyone being approachable

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

    • We were provided with a schedule with all events placed into calendars, all but one event ran (due to external factors) and lots of activities to help us learn and stay engaged

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

    • There were group and individual presentations, a personal development managers, and the chance to see other ares

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

    • Sports and Social Club

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

    • Been offered a place on the Grad scheme, and felt like the buisness wanted us throughout the internship (not being a burden)

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • There was a good balance, with some socials , events and generall going out with other interns. Lots of after work drinks with both colleagues and students.

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

    • London being london is quiet expensive especially if you go to university else where, living at home living costs were minimal

    3/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • expensive but you have got london on your doorstep

    3/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • There were a few, but not obvious at first.

    3/5
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Internship (1 Month+)

London

September 2014

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