Change and Business Solutions Intern Review
at NatWest Group
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)
Banking
London
Review Submitted: September 2021
Overall Rating
4.5 /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!
4.5/5
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Overview of Experience
4.5/5
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Skills Development
4.3/5
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Company Culture
4.5/5
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Overall Experience
5/5
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Recommendations and Advice
Overview of Experience
Please give an overview of the insight and what was involved on a day-to-day basis.
Each day of the insight included a morning session dedicated to learning about NatWest Group and 'Our Purpose', giving an overview at the three pillars: Learning, Enterprise, and Sustainability. These sessions were normally followed by presentations on wellbeing and employee networks at the firm by graduates and managers, and activities to give us the chance to discuss with peers in breakout rooms. Our last sessions were normally business area specific and further networking opportunities.
What was it like understanding all about the business and potential roles available?
The Change and Business Solutions area I was based in had varied roles and skillsets - this appeals to anyone who enjoys learning and innovation. The Group's company culture plays a big role in the projects it focuses on and in the areas of improvement the Changes team looks for.
Please rate how insightful you found the insight
5/5
How would you rate the structure of the insight
4/5
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
I have gained new skills in business development through our entrepreneurship and pitch activities as well as understanding the practices of a learning organization. I have further developed skills in networking and problem solving.
How would you rate the training provided during your experience?
5/5
How would you rate the knowledge learned around industry-specific skills during the experience?
4/5
How would you rate the knowledge learned around personal or professional skills during the experience?
5/5
Please rate how the knowledge learned has helped you with regards to your career development
4/5
Company Culture
How would you rate business leader involvement during the insight
4/5
What was the company culture and general atmosphere like?
The NatWest Group company culture was a major source of inspiration for the current employees we met, and I would definitely work in this kind of professional environment. The Group's purpose was evident in the training we completed and in the one-to-one conversations we had within our business areas, showing how every role at the bank has the same opportunities of contributing to society.
How would you rate the inclusiveness of the culture?
5/5
How would you rate the networking opportunities?
4/5
Please rate how valued you felt during your insight?
4/5
Overall Experience
To what extent did you enjoy the insight?
I really enjoyed the opportunities to get to know the bank and my business area during this insight week. There were activities where we could work in groups and get to know peers across business areas, and quick-fire networking sessions with graduates who answered any of our questions about what it's like to work at NatWest.
Please rate your level of enjoyment on the insight
5/5
Please rate how your experience met your expectations
4/5
Were you paid or reimbursed adequately for this experience?
I was not paid and had no expenses
Recommendations and Advice
Please rate the future employment prospects at NatWest Group
5/5
Would you recommend NatWest Group to a friend?
Yes
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to NatWest Group
The application is long, but shortens your assessment period later in applying for the summer internship. This is definitely an opportunity worth applying to as it gives you an insight into the bank and into the business area you apply for. The platforms used to facilitate the program are also very useful, and the Early Careers team is very engaging.
