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Summer Scheme Student Review

at Savills

Internship (1 Month+)

Property Management

Finsbury Circus House

Review Submitted: July 2024

Overall Rating

4.7 /5

The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!

5/5 - Overview of Role
4.5/5 - Skills Development
5/5 - Support and Guidance
4.8/5 - Company Culture
4.5/5 - Overall Experience
5/5 - Future Career Prospects

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis.
I worked within the Business Space Property Management division. Overall, I have really enjoyed this placement, as I have been involved in completing a range of different tasks. Some of these tasks include reconciliation reports, completing WorkFlows, and analysing leases to help assist the landlord or occupier if there is an issue. Furthermore, I have also visited sites that Savills manages, along with gaining exposure to the facilities managers and the team on site.
Were you given much responsibility during your placement / internship?
I was given the responsibility of analysing a lease, which was then used as supporting evidence to help answer the issue the landlord or occupier had with that building. Moreover, completing work flows and Excel spreadsheets with useful information for the team also highlights the responsibility I had over the course of my internship. I was also tasked with building a reconciliation report, as well as updating details of that report.
Please rate how meaningful the work you were doing was
5/5

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills, or developed your existing skills?
I have learned new skills, such as how to complete a work flow report and how to build a reconciliation report to tailor it to the client's needs. I have further developed my skills in Excel and analysing leases. I further gained exposure into pitching presentation and a submission report.
How would you rate the training provided during your experience?
4/5
How would you rate your development of industry-specific skills during the experience?
5/5
How would you rate your development of personal / soft skills during the experience?
4/5
Please rate how these skills have helped you in your career development
5/5

Support and Guidance

How much support and guidance did you receive during your placement / internship?
I received a wide range of support and guidance during my internship from my mentor, directors, and the whole Business Space Property Management team to ensure all my questions were answered.
How would you rate the support and guidance from your line manager?
5/5
How would you rate the support and guidance from the wider team?
5/5

Company Culture

What was the company culture and general atmosphere like?
The company culture was extremely supportive and encouraging during my internship, ensuring I am included in work in the office as well as social events within the team.
How would you rate the inclusiveness of the culture?
5/5
How would you rate the social opportunities?
4/5
How would you rate the diversity initiatives?
5/5
How would you rate the charity, sustainability and corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives?
5/5

Overall Experience

To what extent did you enjoy your placement / internship?
I have thoroughly enjoyed my internship, and it has exceeded my expectations. I have learned so many new skills and have further developed existing ones. My confidence has also grown over my time within the team, while also consolidating my passion for real estate.
Please rate your level of enjoyment on your placement / internship
4/5
Please rate how your experience met your expectations
5/5

Future Career Prospects

Please rate the future employment prospects at Savills
5/5

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Savills to a friend?
Yes
What advice would you give to others applying to Savills
I would advise them to learn about the company's standards and prospects for the future to ensure they understand the company prior to working for them. I would also advise that they keep updated with Savills news. Furthermore, during AC's and interviews, make sure to be passionate about your role, and don't forget to be yourself!
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