IB Intern Review

by Barclays

Best Student Employer

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Rating

3.5/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    3.4
  • The Culture
    2.4

    The Role

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

    • Thoroughly enjoyed my internship, great people and learn lots

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

    • My colleagues took the time to explain things to me and showed me examples and where I can find more informations. They actively encouraged me to take time out from everyday tasks to understand the concepts

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

    • Great support, especially through the meet the MD iniative

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

    • I was very busy and always had something to do. I managed to keep a good work / life balance, and I also had time to think about the products in more detail. I was never bored or checking the clock.

    4/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • I worked on live deals and was very involved alongside my analyst.

    4/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • The transferrable skills I developed include professionalism, attention to detail, staying organised whilst under pressure, product specific skills and market specific skills

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • The atmosphere was productive and I was able to concentrate and everyone was approachable for work related matters. However, I would prefer a slighly more friendly office in terms of non-work related chats.

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

    • Very well organised with great training at the beginning. In particular the learning sessions were very helpful to learn about the different departments across the bank.

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

    • Not only did my direct team invest in my development, the wider organisation did too. MDs take their time to speak to you and other departments try to encourage reaching out to them. HR department puts on great opportunities to meet new people and learn more about the wider bank.

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

    • Subsidised/Company Gym

    Financial Bonus
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • They are very appealing as its such a successful and large organisation.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • Not really, its difficult when you work different hours.

    2/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • Canary wharf socially isn't that great, but you can get tot the city pretty quick

    4/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Not great, would prefer to go towards the city

    2/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • There are gyms etc around

    2/5
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Internship (1 Month+)

London

August 2016

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