Research analyst Review

by ITG (Investment Technology Group)

This review was submitted over 4 years ago, so some of the information it contains may no longer be relevant.

Rating

3.3/5
  • The Role
    4.4
  • The Company
    2.6
  • The Culture
    2.5

    The Role

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

    • Match up to my expectations exactly. It is exactly what I pictured.

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

    • everyone respects everyone else, especially in what they do. A small firm has no free riders!

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

    • Staff normally are too busy, but finding the answer through my own research gives a sense of accompolishment.

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

    • Always extremely busy, probably have had 3 days where they were not so hectic.

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

    • a huge project, from start to finish, so a lot of responsibility.

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

    • Most things learnt on the job cannot be found in books!

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • so quiet, you can hear the pin drop. But it is the perfect environment for researchers.

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

    • HR organised this. I think they have underestimated the time needed for some roles in some departments.

    3/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • the firm was keen to get the interns to know it inside out.

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

    • 1/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I don't think any positions are available, which is forgiven.

    2/5

    The Culture

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

    • Collegues were approachable and friendly. Staff show their social side outside of work too.

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

    • it is in an expensive area.

    1/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • maybe I haven't found it!

    1/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • Only a handleful of proper networking sessions. But many staff go out after work on a weekly basis.

    4/5
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Internship (1 Month+)

London

August 2011

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