Summer analyst Review

by Bank of America

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.1/5
  • The Role
    4.5
  • The Company
    4.3
  • The Culture
    3.1

    The Role

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

    • Everyday was a new experience, work was never boring or tedious

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

    • There was always emphasis on how my work would be used after I had left

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

    • I had weekly meetings with my mentor who was fantastic

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

    • Some days I had to find things to do but that is a great way to meet new people and expand your network

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

    • I was given ownership of several projects and handed them over to full time staff at the end of my internship

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

    • The personal skills I developed will be invaluable, and it was important to experience a corporate environment as early as possible

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • People were always focused on their work, but never to busy to help me out. You have to learn when the right time to have fun is and with which people

    4/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • I had a weeks training before going into the office and regular reviews to assess my progress and set goals

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

    • In the training week there were numerous personal skills sessions and a weekly speaker series from employees from other areas of the bank throughout the internship

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

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Company Parties/Events

    Healthcare from home
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I have an offer for after my degree

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • There were weekly drinks amongst interns and monthly drinks with team members

    4/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • London is expensive but there are areas that you can go that aren't as bad as others

    3/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Canary wharf has plenty of bars but few clubs

    3/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • If you look for them and a proactive there is plenty on offer

    4/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Investment Banking, Banking

London

November 2011

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