BI Company Analyst Review

by Bloomberg

Best Student Employer

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Rating

3.2/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    2.5
  • The Culture
    2.5

    The Role

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

    • Excellent. BI team was very communicative. Many opportunities to learn from senior employees, shadow etc. Really good, diverse group of interns.

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

    • Yes. Most very supportive. Work was contributing to normal BI workflow.

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

    • Always.

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

    • Busy - sometimes hours long to complete project on time - but was rewarded with recognition upon completion

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

    • Responsibility level was good. As above work completed was contributing to usual workflow of the team

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

    • Networking and communication skills were developed. Always helpful in a work/ study environment

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Very good. Open enough to speak with different colleagues regardless of tenure.

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

    • Networking events worked well and spread out over the internship.

    3/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • Many opportunities to learn about finance.

    3/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Subsidised Canteen

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

    • Very. Excellent work life balance vs. sell-side, buy-side research firms. Would enjoy working full time.

    3/5

    The Culture

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

    • Yes. Diverse group of people from various backgrounds - good to go out with :)

    3/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • London, expensive, but commuted from home (Essex)

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

    • Good, lots to choose from (but expensive)

    3/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • Some

    3/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Accounting, Banking

London

September 2016

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