Spring Intern Review

by Bank of America

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.4/5
  • About You
    3.9
  • The Company
    4.3
  • Everything Else
    5.0

    About You

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy the insight?

    • It was definitely a memorable and useful experience. Study curve was steep from day one. Enjoyed most components such as skill sessions, work shadowing, division-specific talks and the networking dinner. Liked the location (near St Paul's) a lot.

    4/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued during your time at the company or firm?

    • Everyone was so friendly and encouraging, from BAML employees, my peers to the catering staff. The Junior Talent Team (HRs) value our views on the ways to promote BAML amongst students.

    5/5
  • 3. How much guidance/support did you receive during the insight?

    • Instructions were clear and comprehensive. Employees were very helpful and happy to answer my questions. Before the assessment centre day, a pre-reading was given to offer some background knowledge.

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

    • I definitely benefited a lot from the amount of networking I did with my peers and employees. I gained greater confidence in engaging in a conversation with strangers. I also had a chance to do a brief public speaking (as part of a team presentation) in front of over 100 people, which made me feel stronger.

    3/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?

    • Some sessions were too long especially when they were not very interesting e.g team challenge was to build a lego tower and the talk on some divisions (technology) . Overall the staff committed to stated timetable well.

    4/5
  • 6. How was the general atmosphere during your insight?

    • It wasn't as dead serious and competitive as I expected. People got on well with each other.

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

    • They hired specialists to deliver skill sessions; Got many employees from each divisions to take time out to tell us about business itself, experience of working at BAML etc. HR also put a lot of effort in speaking about communication skills and personal branding.

    5/5
  • 8. To what extent did the insight help you to understand what it would be like to have a full time role with the company or firm?

    • There is still a lot of unknown aspects about the day-to-day jobs but I feel much more familiar and confident.

    4/5
  • 9. How much did the insight help you in understanding the company culture?

    • Talking to and listening from people made it obvious that BAML has a good culture, values teamwork and personal talent etc.

    5/5
  • 10. How valuable was the content in helping you to decide on your future career path?

    • Very helpful, it re-affirms to me that investment bank is a good place to work at, with numerous opportunities to learn, grow and develop skills.

    5/5

    Everything Else

  • 11. Were you paid or reimbursed adequately for this experience?

    • I didn't require an reimbursement,

  • 12. Were there opportunities for networking and meeting other employees of the company or firm?

    • Yes, a lot, everyday, all the time.

    5/5
  • 13. How were the networking/ social event opportunities?

    • Very informative, casual (in a good way) and friendly.

    5/5
  • 14. Did you find out about activities that employees can get involved in outside of work?

    • Yes, volunteering, women's network, mentoring schemes and social events.

    5/5
  • 15. Would you recommend this insight to a friend?

    • Yes, a valuable chance to shape perspectives and grow as a person.

    5/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Investment Banking, Banking

International

April 2017

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