Communications Intern Review
at Hays
Placement (10 Months+)
Marketing
London
Review Submitted: July 2026
Overall Rating
4.1 /5
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Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis.
This variety allowed me to develop a well-rounded skill set and gain exposure to different areas of marketing, depending on where the focus was at any given time.
Were you given much responsibility during your placement / internship?
Please rate how meaningful the work you were doing was
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills, or developed your existing skills?
For example, I improved my content creation skills through editing social media videos and writing articles for industry magazines, which strengthened both my creativity and attention to detail. I also developed my analytical skills by supporting campaign activity, particularly during survey phases, where I worked with data to identify insights and measure performance.
Alongside this, I strengthened key soft skills such as communication, time management and organisation, especially when balancing multiple tasks and deadlines. Overall, the experience allowed me to become more well-rounded and confident in applying my skills in a professional environment.
How would you rate the training provided during your experience?
How would you rate your development of industry-specific skills during the experience?
How would you rate your development of personal / soft skills during the experience?
Please rate how these skills have helped you in your career development
Support and Guidance
How much support and guidance did you receive during your placement / internship?
How would you rate the support and guidance from your line manager?
How would you rate the support and guidance from the wider team?
Company Culture
What was the company culture and general atmosphere like?
The atmosphere was both professional and friendly, with people always willing to help, share knowledge and provide guidance when needed. There was also a clear emphasis on development, which encouraged me to take on new challenges and build confidence in my role.
Overall, it created a motivating and inclusive environment where I felt comfortable contributing ideas and developing my skills throughout my placement.
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How would you rate the social opportunities?
How would you rate the diversity initiatives?
How would you rate the charity, sustainability and corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives?
Overall Experience
To what extent did you enjoy your placement / internship?
I particularly enjoyed the opportunity to take on new challenges, build my confidence and develop my skills within a supportive team environment. Being trusted with responsibility and able to contribute to real projects made the experience even more fulfilling.
Please rate your level of enjoyment on your placement / internship
Please rate how your experience met your expectations
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Hays to a friend?
What advice would you give to others applying to Hays
I would also recommend being proactive and asking questions, as there are plenty of opportunities to learn from others and develop your skills. Showing enthusiasm, a positive attitude, and a willingness to take on responsibility will really help you make the most of the experience and stand out.