Global Markets Technology System Analyst Review

by Bank of America

Best Student Employer

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Rating

3.7/5
  • The Role
    4.1
  • The Company
    3.6
  • The Culture
    3.3

    The Role

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?
  • I have really enjoyed working at the bank, there was a steep learning curve at the start, where I was really not enjoying it, but once I got settled and wasn't struggling with my work, I have loved it.

    4/5

  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?
  • My team gave me a lot of responsibility and got me involved as much as possible and necessary. Projects that I have participated in will be having an affect on the bank, so I feel very valued.

    4/5

  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?
  • Fantastic guidance from my fellow colleagues, I can count on my hand the amount of times that I felt like I was a pain to them. Really supportive and good help.

    4/5

  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?
  • Relatively busy, but never overwhelmed. There was a point where I felt really under pressure to deliver, but mainly because I under-estimated the time I thought it would take to complete a project. This in itself was a good learning experience,

    4/5

  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?
  • In my team i was given a lot of responsibility, with a clear understanding of how my changes would affect the company. I was also asked to present on a project I worked on, which was good to have my managers confidence that I would perform.

    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 am yet to go back to university, but what I have learnt has been invaluable and I am excited to apply my new skills.

    5/5

    The Company

  • 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?
  • A good level of fun vs. work balance, something that I had to adjust to quickly. It made me appreciate when was appropriate to have a joke and when we all need to get on and work. Can't fault the atmostphere.

    4/5

  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?
  • Very well organised, I always felt like there was a clear direction.

    5/5

  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
  • There was a one day technical training day which was good, but would have been better if it was slower, but I appreciate that there is not enough time to do things slowly, plus learning on the job is a lot more effective in my opinion.

    4/5

  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?
  • Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Company Parties/Events

    Working from home

    Travel loan

    3/5

  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?
  • I would be very happy if I was able to receive a job offer from BAML, i will find out on the 26/8.

    4/5

    The Culture

  • 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?
  • As technologies working hours were less than a lot of the divisions at work, I was pleasantly surprised to find a good group of interns that enjoyed socializing.

    3/5

  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?
  • I have spent a lot of money on going out and lunch, but as to be expected.

    3/5

  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?
  • Its London, so really good nightlife. After work drinks happened frequently.

    5/5

  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?
  • Yes I have played football with multiple different groups inside the bank. which has been good. There has also been other opportunities that I have been able to take part in but haven't.

    3/5

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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Computer Science

London

August 2016


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