Intern Review

by NatWest Group

Best Student Employer

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Rating

3.7/5
  • The Role
    4.1
  • The Company
    3.5
  • The Culture
    3.4

    The Role

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

    • A thoroughly enjoyable internship programme that was very sociable and fun.

    4/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • My colleagues really did support me and didn't just use me as a resource to get work done. They gave me work that was relevant and supported my development instead of menial tasks.

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

    • My manager was very approachable and we had contact regularly.

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

    • I was given work that was relevant and enjoyable but wasn't swamped with work or put under too much time pressure.

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

    • I attended client meetings and was given follow up work too complete. By the end of the internship you are trusted to complete a wide range of tasks without any support from your team.

    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 like I have acquired a wide range of skills, both technical and personal skills.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • A very relaxed office but hardworking nevertheless. There were may team meals and social events throughout the internship which lead to a really friendly atmoshpere amongst the team.

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

    • The internship was very well structured and gave you the flexibility to go and explore different areas of the company.

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

    • There were various training events throughout the internship, some were more relevant than others but there certainly was training available.

    3/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Company Parties/Events
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Very appealing and the structure organisation means you can progress quite quickly in my opinion.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • The graduates and the interns got on really well so there were always things going on. My team also went for drinks most Thursday's which was good to see and the interns were always invited along.

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

    • London is really expensive but that is to be expected. The area the office is in is quite cool but this means the restaurants and and bars are good but quite pricey!

    3/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

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

    • There are sports team and squash courts available so you can get involved in them if you want

    4/5
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Internship (1 Month+)

London

September 2015

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