Functions Spring Intern Review

by Barclays

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.9/5
  • About You
    4.9
  • The Company
    4.8
  • Everything Else
    5.0

    About You

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

    • The Spring Insight Programme was very helpful. People here are very supportive and friendly. We learnt a lot of technical knowledge and soft skills as well. There were also tips on future career. There were a range of opportunities to facilitate our learning. So I would recommend this Programme to my peers.

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

    • Our options were taken into account.

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

    • There were many insight sessions and networking sessions to support our learning.

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

    • The communication skills and networking skills developed are crucial for future endeavours. The insights into different functions will aid me in the selection of future career path.

    5/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?

    • There is a clear and well designed schedule.

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

    • The atmosphere was friendly and supportive.

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

    • There were a lot of face to face interaction opportunities.

    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?

    • It allowed me to gain deeper insights in different divisions and helped me to find the area that suits me.

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

    • The insight sessions and network sessions showed us how people work with each other and how they incorporate values in work.

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

    • The insight sessions provided specific information on the jobs. So we gained deeper insights and that helped a lot.

    5/5

    Everything Else

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

    • We are paid 250 pounds for this week.

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

    • There were plenty of opportunities. And employees are all approachable and friendly.

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

    • They were very well organised. We had opportunities to speak to people across different functions.

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

    • The wellbeing initiative supports work life balance and organised sports competitions.

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

    • It is a very well designed Programme and it really helps with future career choices and building relationships.

    5/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Investment Banking, Retail Banking, Banking

London

April 2018

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