HSBC Work Experience 2021 Review

by HSBC

Rating

7.8/10

1. Please give an overview of what your work experience involved:

Involved speaking to members of various departments about their roles in the company. We were able to question these members about their journey to that role, gaining insightful knowledge on the pathway to becoming part of HSBC.

10/10

2. What training and skills development did you learn from your work experience?

How to present myself in a professional and unique manor towards prospective employers

10/10

3. To what extent did you enjoy your work experience?

Loved my experience especially as I was able to meet lots of people my age who are interested in the same future as I am.

10/10

4. How well organised was your work experience?

Very well organised with the organisers putting us in groups so that we had a more hands on experience

10/10

5. How much did you learn about the company culture and what it would be like to work there?

They were able to give us a very good insight into the inner workings of the company

10/10

6. How much did your work experience help you in deciding on your future career path?

Made me realise that I would want to be in banking

1/10

7. Were you paid or reimbursed for this experience?

No payment or reimbursement as due to covid it was online

1/10

8. Were there opportunities for networking and meeting other employees?

Most certainly

10/10

9a. Would you recommend HSBC to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Because of the hands on management by the organisers and how we were able to meet various members of the company and who were inspirational and answered all my questions

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to HSBC?

Take the time to make sure your CV is up to date and be yourself during the interview