UBS Summer Internship Program Review

by UBS

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.1/5
  • The Role
    4.2
  • The Company
    4.1
  • The Culture
    3.9

    The Role

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

    • Lot of exposure to all level of seniority and different business areas/desks, inspiring talks, networking events, training. All was organized so that we could make the most of our time here

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

    • You are involved in the daily business, they trust you with some value creating tasks, encourage you and are always ready to help

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

    • Regular feedback, simple "thank you" and recognition of your work

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

    • I depended on the day, but quite busy. A lot is going on, you are involved and live the fast paced working environment

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

    • Colleagues trust you with sensitive information, rely on you for value creating analysis or daily reports/papers send out to senior members. You feel part of the team

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

    • I think it is hard to measure how much you learn. The learning curve is really steep, everyday you go home knowing more, having developed new skills. It is going to be an invaluable experience to start a career in banking, whether it is for future interviews processes, to better put in perspective what you learn at University, or to jump on the Graduate Program. You get a real feel of how the business work, you get to know amazing people, and learn a lot a bout the industry. All in all, I strongly recommend.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • The atmosphere was quite relaxed. People are easily reachable, always willing to help and support. Of course expectations are high, but you are supported along the process.

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

    • We had one introduction week with presentations and trainings, followed by a week of "mini-rotations" where we went on each desks for a few hours, and then did two rotations on different desks (3 weeks and 4 weeks). The program was well structured, quite intense but very valuable

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

    • We had one week with some technical trainings about specific business areas, we had personal development sessions with professionals coming to give talks and do workshops, we also had presentations from a large number of desks head across the bank. It think that the firm really invest in us, to develop our potential

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

    • Company Parties/Events
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Future employments prospects are really appealing. The culture is amazing and motivates to give the best of our capacities for the team

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Everybody was really nice. A lot of people had unusual backgrounds, came from other countries, etc. which triggered very interesting conversations. I made good friends, that I hope will last over time

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

    • The cost of living in London is really high. Everything is more expensive, especially for somebody living abroad (different currencies)

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

    • Quite dynamic, lots of bars and restaurants. There is always something going on!

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

    • You can get involved in volunteering, or community affairs through organizations within UBS. There is also a lot of possibilities outside, and you can set time to practice sport or other activities

    4/5
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Internship (1 Month+)

London

August 2016

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