Associate Intern Review

by Bank of America

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.5/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    4.9
  • The Culture
    4.3

    The Role

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

    • I very much enjoyed the internship. The work was stimulating and challenging. The colleagues were supportive and friendly.

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

    • After initially having my capabilities tested I quickly settled into the team and was given increasing responsibility. By the end of the internship I felt valued.

    4/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • There is ongoing support throughout the internship with regular meetings, talks, and lunches with senior management.

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

    • The job is very demanding quite intense and as a result the internship was very busy. Especially when you are given increased responsibility as you prove yourself. The capped hours at midnight made the work much more manageable.

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

    • I was given significant responsibility on both origination and execution transactions.

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

    • There is a very steep learning curve in banking and the acquired skills are readily transferable to many areas.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Very positive atmosphere and friendly colleagues

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

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

    • One week training before the start of the internship. Ongoing trainings thereafter.

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

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    International Travel

    Financial Bonus

    Company Parties/Events

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

    • 5/5

    The Culture

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

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

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

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

    • Team events; charity events; dinners; JP Morgan run; etc

    5/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

London

August 2019

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