Intern Review

by Barclays

Best Student Employer

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Rating

3.7/5
  • The Role
    4.1
  • The Company
    3.6
  • The Culture
    3.1

    The Role

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

    • The internship was a fantastic learning opportunity and great chance to meet new people. I enjoyed the chance to explore the bank and really grasp what it is like to work as an investment banker. I would recommend the programme to others who are interested in working in the industry.

    4/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • I was made to feel very welcome by the team. Existing employees were always friendly, approachable and happy to take the time to explain things.

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

    • My line manager was supportive throughout. Regular feedback provided therefore it was clear where more effort was required in order to develop further.

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

    • Within the investment bank, there were times when we were very busy and other very quiet, which can be frustrating but is the nature of the job. The hours were consistently long.

    3/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • I was given far more responsibility than I had expected I would receive before I started! I was trusted with work that I could see had a meaningful impact on projects, and ultimately research presented to clients.

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

    • I believe that I have acquired significant transferable skills. The work ethic required to complete to the job will allow me to work more efficiently during my final year of university I am sure.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • My team was very friendly and always included us in all social activities. The environment was far more social than I had expected - with a work hard play hard attitude.

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

    • The scheme was very organised and structured, there were numerous optional development, networking and information events to get stuck into.

    4/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • The initial training was less rigorous than at other investment banks I would say. That said, training and development opportunities throughout the internship were strong.

    4/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Company Parties/Events
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I got the impression that Barclays was a meritocratic organisation and there is a clear line of promotion.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • All the investment banking intern were very social, often meeting up for drinks after work and at the weekend!

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

    • Canary Wharf, and London more broadly, is not cheap therefore eating and drinking was fairly expensive.

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

    • There are a few nice bars in Canary Wharf, but overall it is limited.

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

    • Aside for a couple of social events there were really any activities outside of the office.

    3/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Investment Banking

International

September 2018

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