Operations Work Placement Review

by Goldman Sachs Group

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Rating

4.1/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    4.0
  • The Culture
    3.9

    The Role

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?

    • Internship was lots of fun, there were 30 other placement studies and many graduates/young employees creating a fun atmosphere.

    5/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • All colleagues were very friendly and supportive

    5/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • Both managers were extremely supportive as was my mentor

    5/5
  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

    • Work load varied. Most days were 8.30-18.30 but was expected to stay later/come in earlier or work weekends during busy periods

    3/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • Lots of responsibility which was very motivating!

    5/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • Useful project management skills

    4/5

    The Company

  • 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

    • Varied by team but my team were very fun and light hearted

    3/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • Well organised, HR were very helpful. Lots of training provided at the beginning and multiple reviews

    4/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • Lots of investment in training for a variety of skills

    4/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Subsidised/Company Gym

    Healthcare from home
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Received my job offer on September 1st

    5/5

    The Culture

  • 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?

    • Lots of social events and network events for a variety of interests and hobbies

    4/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • Super super expensive! £14 for Jaegerbombs!!

    2/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Great nightlife

    5/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • Lots of networks including Womens' network, Asian Professional network, LGBT network as well as sports teams including football, tennis and netball

    5/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

London

September 2015

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