Spring 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?

    • Absolutely great, perfect time length. There were a range of activities and tasks that we did that meant it was very engaging.

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

    • Everyone we met were so happy and willing to help. I really could see the time and effort HR had invested into the programme and that they really wanted to make sure we got the most out of the opportunity.

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

    • We were willing to ask questions wherever we felt necessary as there were always opportunities to ask questions. HR was always there if you needed anything.

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

    • My degree isn’t really related to finance so this question isn’t really relevant.

    3/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?

    • Very well structured, we received an itinerary of the week prior to arriving. First day was very introductory, the second was about banking, the third about markets and then the last was assessment and building on our knowledge of the week

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

    • Great atmosphere as Barclays has a really strong and great culture. It was a great environment to learn in.

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

    • I feel they invested as much as they could in us.

    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?

    • We had ample opportunities to speak to staff therefore we could really get an understanding of the job roles available and what they did.

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

    • It was very helpful as we met and engaged with people it was very clear that the culture is what people loved about the company and what had kept them there so long

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

    • Very we were given case studies which helped you understand what kinds of things you would be doing in the day.

    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?

    • An abundance. So many opportunity to meet people there was never an opportunity not to

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

    • Great, there were a range of employees who did different things that we were able to speak to.

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

    • We did, which was great to hear about as it gave an idea to things you can get involved with outside just work.

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

    • Definitely I had a great time and I can’t fault it

    5/5
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Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

London

April 2019

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