Spring Week Intern Review

by Barclays

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.8/5
  • About You
    4.4
  • The Company
    5.0
  • Everything Else
    5.0

    About You

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy the insight?
  • I really enjoyed the fast paced environement. I have learnt about all the divisions, the learning curve was incredible !

    5/5

  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued during your time at the company or firm?
  • I felt at ease, people are easy going, open minded. I enjoyed to network with many brillant and interesting people from the whole world !

    3/5

  • 3. How much guidance/support did you receive during the insight?
  • I had absolutely no problem, the HR team did a very good job to guide us !

    5/5

  • 4. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and information you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?
  • First, now I am sure that I want to work in investment' banking. Second, I developed skills like public speaking, networking, team spirit and negotation.

    5/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?
  • The Spring Week was very well structured. The planning was very clear, and we moved from one task to the next one easily.

    5/5

  • 6. How was the general atmosphere during your insight?
  • Great, I had the opportunity to friends and colleagues who were willing to learn and discover the banking industry.

    5/5

  • 7. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
  • All the different workshops and training sessions helped me to increase my knowledge and to develop the skills I have mentioned previously.

    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 is the work shadowing that helped me to understand the lifestyle of a full time analyst. I also spoke to many people during networking events.

    5/5

  • 9. How much did the insight help you in understanding the company culture?
  • Now I understand that Barclays is all about doing very well, providing client excellence, and promoting diversity.

    5/5

  • 10. How valuable was the content in helping you to decide on your future career path?
  • I have spoken to many people from all the divisions during lunchtime and it really helped me to decide my future career.

    5/5

    Everything Else

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

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

    5/5

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

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

  • 15. Would you recommend this insight to a friend?
  • I highly recommend this insight because it is the best way to increase your exposure to Barclays and all the divisions.

    5/5

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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Banking

London

April 2018


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