Project Manager Review

by Lloyds Banking Group

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Rating

4.2/5
  • The Role
    4.6
  • The Company
    4.1
  • The Culture
    3.8

    The Role

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

    • Thoroughly enjoyed my internship within Lloyds Banking Group. Felt very welcome and given responsibility.

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

    • Everyone was very friendly and treated you the same as everyone else. There were few barriers to cross if you wanted to speak to senior management which is fantastic.

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

    • Everyone who I worked with and in other departments have been extremely helpful and were always there if there was a question you had.

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

    • It depends. Some days it was the usual 9-5 with an hour lunch then others it would be 8-5 with lunch at your desk. Generally due to meetings

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

    • Lots. I was put into the deep end managing a project with 10 stakeholders within in my second week. It was a steep but very rewarding learning curve

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

    • Building communication and the ability to pass on an idea etc. to a number of different individuals. Ability to coordinate a group which in some situations can be tense due to time restraints etc. Use of Microsoft Project and Excel reconfirm much of the stuff you learn for a semester or two at university.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Very sociable and relaxed. However, everyone worked hard and got their work done.

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

    • The initial period was a little slow to get onto the computer systems but good overall. Clear communication at all times.

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

    • I completed my APMIC in project management and am therefore leaving with a certificate which is fantastic to complete in such a short period of time.

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

    • Flexi Time

    National Travel

    Company Parties/Events
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • The graduate schemes are very attractive and definitely a consideration

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Yes, living with interns and also having events with colleagues tehre was plenty opportunity to socialise.

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

    • I lived in Cardiff so most things were relatively cheap compared to London etc.

    4/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Cardiff is quite small however I thoroughly enjoyed the nightlife especially during the Rugby games. Definitely recommend Cardiff for city to live in for a period of time.

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

    • Mostly charity related activities.

    4/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Commercial Banking, Retail Banking, Banking

Wales

August 2015

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