work experience attender Review

by HSBC

Rating

8.4/10

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

I attended lectures from speakers who worked in different sectors of the financial services at HSBC, then after the lecture I was allocated into a group to conduct a team project with the assistance of the lecturer

8/10

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

I learned how to conduct financial activities, work in a team and present a project to an audience after creating a presentation working in a group

9/10

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

I really enjoyed it, I was given the opportunity to question a panel of individuals and recieve advice on how to present myself in an interview as well

9/10

4. How well organised was your work experience?

it was very well organised, I did not find myself waiting for anything

10/10

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

I learned a lot, especially from the sustainability and company values lecture

10/10

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

It helped me to understand how publicly listed companies contribute to domestic development, a sector I would like to work in in the future

10/10

7. Were you paid or reimbursed for this experience?

no because it was just work experience and it was online so I did not have to pay for anything

1/10

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

yes

10/10

9a. Would you recommend HSBC to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

because it offers insight into multiple different sectors of the financial services and gives you the opportunity to network with inspiring individuals

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

practice a few times before doing the interview, in the mirror or with a friend, so you do not stumble on your answers