Summer Technology Analyst Review

by J.P. Morgan

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Rating

4.1/5
  • The Role
    4.2
  • The Company
    3.8
  • The Culture
    4.3

    The Role

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

    • The internship was great first corporate experience. I got to experience technology at one of the world's leading financial institution and understand the significance of the work I do.

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

    • Colleagues were amazing. Their efforts really showed in making me fit in with the team.

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

    • My manager gave me very specific goals to hit during the first week and assigned a few very willing mentors to guide me to reach those goals.

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

    • There's always something to help out within the team. Ranging from aiding large-scale projects to administrative work.

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

    • I was given the opportunity to explore business-as-usual responsibilities along with project-based responsibilities.

    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 got to understand the importance of process management in Tech. The training facilities taught me new software development skills that will definitely aid my degree, along with the opportunity to communicate with experienced professionals.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Open-space office with business casual dress. Very tech-industry like.

    4/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • Very organized with a good mix of networking and social events along with time to explore my team's responsibilities.

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

    • I was given a large budget to explore the training facilities to professionally develop myself.

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

    • Sports and Social Club

    Subsidised/Company Gym

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

    • Very good. JPMC has the size and reputation to hire and maintain the best and brightest.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • Half an hour's walk to the beach. Can't ask for more in the summer.

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

    • Cheap Rent. Cheap Drinks

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

    • City centre has its charm. Loses out to London, but makes up in low price and scenery(beach)

    4/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • Yes, large community service organisations in partner with JPMC. Beach activities are around too. New forest is nearby for those who prefer a greener scenery.

    4/5
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Internship (1 Month+)

South West

August 2016

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