News Intern Review

by Bloomberg

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.5/5
  • The Role
    4.5
  • The Company
    4.5
  • The Culture
    4.5

    The Role

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

    • I absolutely loved it, it's an incredible internship, and even if you're not interested in business journalism necessarily, it's excellent to get experience in the newsroom.

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

    • You're treated almost as an equal, but often receive just enough support and then are left to go off and do your own thing.

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

    • A great deal, but occasionally they are too busy.

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

    • It varied. Depending on the day, anywhere from absolutely slammed to kind of bored. Generally verging on busier days.

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

    • A great deal.

    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 haven't started yet, but I can only assume that the training you receive in this is instrumental in the rest of your life.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Amazing. It's extremely open and helpful, you can ask virtually anyone for help and they'll step up.

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

    • Extremely well organized.

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

    • An incredible amount of time and investment goes into the interns at Bloomberg.

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

    • Subsidised Canteen

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

    • Extremely appealing, Bloomberg is one of the few companies offering such amazing opportunities, particularly in journalism.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Yes, many drinks were had.

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

    • Extremely expensive, but that's just a function of London.

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

    • Good, but I didn't really take advantage.

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

    • A few, but the day can get quite busy.

    4/5
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Internship (1 Month+)

Journalism & Publishing

London

September 2016

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