Retail Banking and Wealth Management Summer Intern Review

by HSBC

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.3/5
  • The Role
    4.5
  • The Company
    4.0
  • The Culture
    4.5

    The Role

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

    • I completed a Retail Banking and Wealth Management internship where I was, more or less, completely left to my own devices as to what I wanted to do and get out of the placement. I therefore spent an equal amount of time doing project work, shadowing and helping out colleagues which gave me a varied and enjoyable experience.

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

    • The people in my branch were absolutely amazing. They always helped me when I needed it, took on board any suggestions and ideas I had as well as included me socially and made me feel truly welcomed and liked.

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

    • Support from all managers in branch and at a high level at HQ was always available. I developed great working relationships with the managers in my branch and they gave me invaluable experience into my own career and personal development.

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

    • I was in control of my own work load which meant it was varied and dependent on branch activities.

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

    • As much or as little as I wanted to have

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

    • I don't think I could have got the people skills I developed anywhere else and this will be applicable to whichever career path I choose and within my degree.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Office was quiet and a good environment to do work in, however a conversation would never be out of place. I spent most of my time however in the public areas of the bank where the staff were energetic and fun and the customers provided new challenges.

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

    • Structured very well during the internship with as much or as little framework to be used as I chose. After internship however contact has been lost with HR.

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

    • A large amount given the placement only lasted 7 weeks

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

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

    • Somewhat narrow within retail and commercial banking only. No scope to transfer to other business areas.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Fantastic! Great group of people!

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

    • They placed me in my home time so I stayed with my parents.

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

    • Average.

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

    • Yes I got involved in fundraising for guide dogs which the company supported in time and money.

    5/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Retail Banking

East Midlands

November 2014

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