Global Markets Summer Analyst Review

by Royal Bank of Canada

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Rating

4.5/5
  • The Role
    4.8
  • The Company
    4.5
  • The Culture
    4.1

    The Role

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

    • I really enjoy my summer at RBC because of the culture and the people working at this bank.

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

    • I learned a lot there. Everybody is really patient. They really took time to explain everything to me. I appreciate that.

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

    • If I have any doubt, I just asked my line manager. They make sure you understand what you have to do.

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

    • I always have something to do. I was never bored.

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

    • I got really interesting project. Sometimes, the team uses what I’ve done for them and it’s gratifying to see that your work is actually useful.

    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 am French. I have never networked. I was not used to it. This experience has definitely give networking skills I would never get otherwise.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • The atmosphere was really sympathetic. People in the office are really friendly.

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

    • It was quite well organized. The HR team accompany each intern during the online application until the last day of the internship. We were rightly guided every time.

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

    • Everyone got an access to Bloomberg, which was pretty impressive. The company organized a lot of networking/volunteering event. We also had a workshop in a theatre to work on our communication skills and to learn how to deal with stress. It was really instructive.

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

    • Sports and Social Club

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Financial Bonus

    Company Parties/Events
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I got an offer and I am really looking forward to joining them.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Absolutely! Among interns, we went to have some drink after work and we spend the last day all together.

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

    • I think it was okay.

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

    • Some people go out to have some drink, some others just go home. It really depends on each individual.

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

    • Yes, a lot! There is a couple of networking, volunteering or humanitarian event throughout the year.

    5/5
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Internship (1 Month+)

London

October 2018

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