ECIO Review

by Bank of America

Best Student Employer

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Rating

3.8/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    3.6
  • The Culture
    3.3

    The Role

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

    • The overall experience was very good and interesting, with lots of things to learn.

    4/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • I enjoyed working with my colleagues very much and I would like to have the opportunity to work with them again in the future.

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

    • Management guidance was excellent

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

    • It was not something constant. Some days were quite busy while others were more relaxed, spending my time learning.

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

    • I got involved in both day-to-day business activities and long-term projects/ testing releases. I had around 2-3 tasks per day to work on.

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

    • I think work experience is always good to develop your skills, and it was a good insight into how the world of finance works.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • It was good, sometimes loud sometimes quiet. Very pleasant environment.

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

    • It was really good organized. I enjoyed each and every event as well as training session.

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

    • Pretty much.

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

    • Company Parties/Events
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I would like to be part of this organisation in the future.

    3/5

    The Culture

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

    • Yes. I have made a lot of friends through this placement. As well as established professional relationships.

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

    • Good. I was used to it.

    3/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • I don't know.

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

    • Yes. A lot. From social meeting and afternoon tea to rugby tournaments.

    4/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

London

August 2016

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