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Summer Intern - Commercial Rotation 2026 Review

at Savills

Internship (1 Month+)

Property Development

Manchester

Review Submitted: July 2026

Overall Rating

4.8 /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 - Overview of Role
4.5/5 - Skills Development
5/5 - Support and Guidance
5/5 - Company Culture
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.

Throughout the scheme, I was struck by how welcoming, approachable, and supportive everyone at Savills was. From the very beginning, the team made a genuine effort to include me in discussions, answer my questions, and ensure that I gained as much as possible from the experience.
One of the most valuable aspects of the scheme was the immediate access to information and insights into the commercial property market. I was constantly surrounded by professionals who were actively involved in market reports, transactions, and industry discussions. This exposure allowed me to develop a deeper appreciation of the factors that influence the property sector and highlighted the importance of staying informed in a dynamic and ever-evolving market.
During the scheme, I was also given the opportunity to attend a number of site visits, which significantly enhanced my understanding of areas such as commercial valuation. In particular, visits across Manchester and Liverpool provided valuable first-hand exposure to the valuation process in practice. Seeing how surveyors assess different buildings and consider a range of factors when determining value gave me a much clearer understanding of the profession and reinforced my interest in this area of real estate.

Were you given much responsibility during your placement / internship?

Yes, helping senior members of staff complete aspects of their work.

Please rate how meaningful the work you were doing was

4/5

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills, or developed your existing skills?

Savills provided a well rounded development opportunity for any skill

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?

5/5

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?

From the very beginning, the team made a genuine effort to include me in discussions, answer my questions, and ensure that I gained as much as possible from the experience

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?

In addition to the professional experience, there were numerous company events to get involved in, including Sports Day and team socials. These events provided a great opportunity to get to know colleagues from across the business, build relationships, and gain a better understanding of Savills' collaborative and inclusive culture.

How would you rate the inclusiveness of the culture?

5/5

How would you rate the social opportunities?

5/5

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 greatly enjoyed the internship

Please rate your level of enjoyment on your placement / internship

5/5

Please rate how your experience met your expectations

5/5

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Savills to a friend?

Yes

What advice would you give to others applying to Savills

Make sure your CV is arranged well.

Future Career Prospects

Please rate the future employment prospects at Savills

5/5

Did you receive an offer to return as a graduate?

No
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