Summer Intern Review

by JLL

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Rating

4/5
  • The Role
    4.2
  • The Company
    4.3
  • The Culture
    4.0

    The Role

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?
  • I thoroughly enjoyed my internship. I gained a real understanding of what it's like to work for JLL.

    5/5

  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?
  • I spent the majority of my internship within a specific department which made me feel part of the team. My colleagues appreciated my lack of property experience and I was encouraged to ask questions.

    4/5

  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?
  • I was given a very high level of support. I was explained processes thoroughly. As a regional intern I also appreciated being included in all central internship activities based in London.

    5/5

  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?
  • Prior to project submissions I was kept very busy writing commentaries and finding comparable data. Quieter periods gave me an opportunity to network with others and complete research.

    4/5

  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?
  • I was trusted at an early stage with competing various tasks on my own which was rewarding. I never felt micro-managed,

    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 feel I have learnt many new research methods relating to property. The internship highlighted the requirement to be very organized.

    4/5

    The Company

  • 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?
  • Very happy and friendly. I was encouraged to participate in after work social activities which I thoroughly enjoyed.

    5/5

  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?
  • The coordination of the internship by HR in London and my senior managers was spot on. I always knew where and when I needed to be.

    5/5

  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
  • Particularly as a regional intern - I was encouraged to visit London and participate in the training sessions. My managers also took the time to evaluate all the work I completed. I received some very valuable constructive feedback, particularly relating to my internship presentation. I had access to all the tools I needed.

    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

    4/5

  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?
  • I am very motivated to pursue a career with JLL and have been encourage by the extension of my internship.

    5/5

    The Culture

  • 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?
  • Yes, I was encouraged to play softball and cricket after work. Students and colleagues also invited me for drinks after work.

    4/5

  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?
  • As I was based in my hometown my costs of living were relatively low. I was also able to cycle to work. Social costs were relatively high but not unusual for a central city office location.

    4/5

  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?
  • Great. Bristol is very lively.

    4/5

  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?
  • Yes I was encouraged to play sport and attend other social events.

    4/5

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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Advertising, Financial Management, Property Management

South West

July 2015


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