Work Experience Student Review

At M&G my experience was central on getting to know how people got into the industry so I would have a catch ups everyday where I could ask questions about different people's job roles, I also went around shadowing other people as they worked. I was privileged to join some meetings in the team and write down anything I didn't understand and ask them later. Finally, I had a project to do a presentation on everything I learnt in my time at M&G.

My communication, public speaking and confidence definitely improved as I was pushed out of my shell by group activities and other things like the graduate networking lunch.

Going into a new environment was interesting. I didn't feel like I had as to do much a few times however I did enjoy asking workers what they did. Everyone was very friendly and sensitive to the fact that I had little knowledge of the industry and helped me learn more. I feel that it met my expectations in terms of developing my skills although I didn't always feel like I had something interesting to do.

Everyone treated me as an equal despite the fact that I was much younger than everyone also my manager encouraged me that I was working well and helped in me in areas where I needed support. I was a able to go to different meetings and we had many team building activities which were useful.

I used the outlook system that I was introduced to and this helped me organised my day and understand what I should be doing at what time. When wasn't anything on my timetable I didn't feel there was something organised for me to do.

I didn't have any training rather I was introduced to the industry well and have a general understanding different roles.

My manager was very supportive in getting me up and running. I had the presentation that I was preparing and she booked a room for another girl in my group and I and gave us advice on how to improve after we preformed it.

I didn't have a salary as I was only here for a week and it wasn't too far from where I live so it wasn't hard to get to the building.

During my work experience we had the opportunity to do a tour around the city in London and it was very interesting to learn the history and have a little break from the work setting.

Yes

I would definitely recommended a friend to go to M&G because it's the perfect way to explore a interest in finance even if you don't know to much about the industry. Also, the environment is very warm and you will settle in well.

The advice I would give is to do previous research on the industry so that you can ask questions on relevant things. Also, I would say to never feel like your less than anyone despite you age or qualifications and remember to stay confident.