Research Analyst Review

by Barclays

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.5/5
  • The Role
    4.8
  • The Company
    4.5
  • The Culture
    4.3

    The Role

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

    • Perfect balance of professionalism with the right amount of banter - very diverse team with impressive results.

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

    • Constantly included in email chains, outings, never a negative remark except when making jokes.

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

    • Aside from people being on leave during holiday season, every single person more senior was very receptive and attentive.

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

    • Fairly busy but was given plenty of freedom on time management - taking the initiative to follow up on projects was key

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

    • It was my responsibility to be inquisitive at the start but was given a lot more towards the end

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

    • People and language skills = lifetime gain

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Lots of interaction, be it for work or banter. Tons of nibbles going around as well!

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

    • HR did a flawless job at onboarding, organising events and even at farewell.

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

    • Invaluable speakers sessions, networking events, intensive training, infrastructure.

    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?

    • Great

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • The HR team created tons of events to give everyone a nudge, the second half of the internship just took care of itself.

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

    • E14 London, fairly pricey, but the internship pays to enable this.

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

    • Many pubs and restaurants open to suit the working life.

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

    • YES.

    4/5
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Internship (1 Month+)

London

September 2011

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