Intern Review
by M&G plc
This review was submitted over 4 years ago, so some of the information it contains may no longer be relevant.
Rating
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The Role
3.8
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The Company
3.8
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The Culture
3.5
- 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?
- 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?
- 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?
- 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?
- 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?
- 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?
- 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?
- 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?
- 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
- 10. What were the perks on your work placement?
- 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?
- 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?
- 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?
- 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?
- 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?
The Role
The internship was good experience overall. However, expected to learn more technical skills and understand more of the core day to day activities of the business. However, I was more involved in some specific niche fields. The work hours and social life benefits were great but the learning experience could have been by far better.
I was given some freedom for my projects and their outcomes were appreciated by my colleagues. People were expecting you to provide a good quality valuable work.
Everyone was very willing to help and we had frequent catch ups to discuss the progress on my projects.
There were a few projects going on at the same time which kept me busy. Prioritisation of the tasks was up to me.
I was responsible for particular fields that I was researching. However, I wasn't too involved in day to day business operations. I was not responsible for any essential business functions.
Internship needed some skills gained in the university. However, less sure about the opposite, if skills gained will be very useful in further studies.
The Company
Very friendly, helpful and relaxed. However, sometimes a bit of pressure could help to learn quicker and set higher goals for yourself.
It was organised very well with many chances of getting to know other interns and people from the business. The whole organisational process was smooth and allowed to focus on work rather than anything else. Very well structured assessment which include mid-term project (presentation).
They were always happy to help and talk about their areas of work. However, understanding what people do and learning to do it yourself are different and I felt a lack of chances to work on core business activities and learn them myself.
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
There can be some good career pathways here. However, they might be a bit slow compared to other, especially banking companies.
The Culture
Yes everyone was friendly and we had many events together.
As it is London the costs are high. Especially social activities.
It's London so there are plenty of opportunities if prices are not a problem...
There were chances to do a charity fundraising campaign or be involved in sports activities.
Details
Internship (1 Month+)
Banking, Economics
London
August 2015
