Finance Summer Intern Review

by NatWest Group

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    4.4
  • The Culture
    3.1

    The Role

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

    • I have enjoyed this internship very much and has obtained much insight into the industry.

    3/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • My colleagues have given me much responsibility and have regarded me as an equal member of the team.

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

    • My Line Manager has been extremely supportive of my personal development and has given me useful career advice.

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

    • Most of the time I have tasks to be involved in and I do not feel over-pressurized.

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

    • I was given much responsibility but at the same time the tasks were manageable.

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

    • My people skills have developed considerably thanks to this internship.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Everyone is friendly and helpful but also very professional.

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

    • There has been some initial confusion regarding work location. There has not been very good communication between the Early Career Team and the Line Managers of the interns.

    3/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • The company has given me a platform for me to make use of my education in future and has paid much attention to my personal progress.

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

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    National Travel

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop
    5/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I will work for this organization after I finish this internship. I believe in this organization's future and I would like to contribute as much as possible to it.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • The interns often go out together. I personally had much interaction with my team and some senior colleagues and the social scene is really good.

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

    • Cost of living and socialising is quite high given the current salary.

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

    • I personally do not go out often.

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

    • Yes, quite a few.

    4/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Scotland

September 2015

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