Vacation scheme student Review

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Rating

4/5
  • The Role
    4.4
  • The Company
    3.9
  • The Culture
    3.6

    The Role

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

    • Everyone was so friendly and the scheme was really organised. I enjoyed the work I was given and we were also taken out on a few socials. A really enjoyable 2 weeks.

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

    • Really felt like I was needed, especially in the Banking department where the team were working really hard on deals.

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

    • Everyone I came into conatact with were helpful and eager to answer questions.

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

    • Busy enough but not overwhelmed by the work I was given. A good balance.

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

    • A good balance once again. I was given interesting and important tasks but obviously I was only there for 2 weeks so couldn't be give too much.

    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 think this experience has made me more aware of commercial issues and how to work in a team environment which I think will be very useful in my future studies and beyond.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • Really relaxed but hard working as well. A perfect mix and everyone seemed to genuinely enjoy each others company.

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

    • Really well organised, I have been on other work placements and this was the most organised by far.

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

    • Lots of seminars and presentations which were extremely helpful, but only there for 2 weeks so not too much training.

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

    • Subsidised Canteen
    2/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • We are invited to attend an interview and assessment at the end of the scheme.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • Reall good social scene, organised events and drinks as well.

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

    • London is expensive

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

    • Some nice bars around Barbican.

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

    • We were informed of sports etc.

    4/5
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Internship (1 Month+)

London

June 2011

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