Financial Management Industrial Placement Review
at Nationwide
Placement (10 Months+)
Finance, Accounting
London
Review Submitted: July 2025
Overall Rating
4.1 /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
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
4.5/5
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Support and Guidance
4/5
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Company Culture
4/5
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Overall Experience
4/5
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Future Career Prospects
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis.
As a placement student in the Financial Planning and Stress Testing team, I supported a full planning cycle through modelling and reporting activities using Microsoft 365 and enterprise planning systems. I worked closely with my manager, accountants, and cross-functional teams, and collaborated with fellow interns on a social impact initiative. I also tracked my development using feedback tools and goal-setting frameworks, gaining exposure to both business-as-usual and project-based work.
Were you given much responsibility during your placement / internship?
Yes, I was given a great deal of responsibility during my internship. I had the opportunity to take the lead on tasks within my team and contribute to a variety of project-based and charitable initiatives, which helped me develop a broad skill set and gain valuable hands-on experience.
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?
During my internship, I’ve significantly strengthened my analytical skills by rotating across four teams within the Financial Planning and Stress Testing team. This experience has given me a broad understanding of the planning process and enhanced my technical accounting knowledge. Beyond my core responsibilities, I’ve also developed my presentation skills through multiple opportunities to present to a diverse range of stakeholders.
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?
4/5
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
4/5
Support and Guidance
How much support and guidance did you receive during your placement / internship?
Yes, I received plenty of support throughout my internship - from my managers, peers, and colleagues, as well as the Early Careers team. Their guidance made it easy to settle in, build confidence, and make the most of every opportunity.
How would you rate the support and guidance from your line manager?
4/5
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 felt genuinely welcoming and relaxed, with a strong sense of collaboration and support. People were approachable, and there was a real emphasis on learning and growth - which made it especially productive for someone in an internship role. You could ask questions freely, contribute ideas, and feel like part of the team from day one. It struck a great balance between being laid-back and getting things done.
How would you rate the inclusiveness of the culture?
4/5
How would you rate the social opportunities?
3/5
How would you rate the diversity initiatives?
4/5
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 thoroughly enjoyed my placement and learnt a great deal throughout the experience. It was both rewarding and insightful, offering valuable opportunities for growth and development.
Please rate your level of enjoyment on your placement / internship
4/5
Please rate how your experience met your expectations
4/5
Future Career Prospects
Please rate the future employment prospects at Nationwide
4/5
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Nationwide to a friend?
Yes
What advice would you give to others applying to Nationwide
If you are applying to Nationwide, show that you genuinely care about people and long-term impact. It’s not just about profit - it’s about helping members thrive. Demonstrate that you understand how a mutual organisation works and that you’re motivated by purpose, not just performance. Be authentic, curious, and ready to contribute to a culture that values trust, service, and doing the right thing.
