Strategy Analyst Review

by Capital One

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.7/5
  • The Role
    4.7
  • The Company
    4.5
  • The Culture
    5.0

    The Role

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

    • I really enjoyed the placement. The work was interesting and the company culture was really good.

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

    • I haven't met a person who wasn't willing to help me out with my project.

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

    • My mentor, manager and the programme team were fantastic with their support.

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

    • A good balance between working very hard and having some time to breathe.

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

    • Was given a real project where the analysis can be used for the business to make some real changes.

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

    • I study A STEM subject so there aren't too many direct skills that transfer but the general analytic process and concept of presenting an idea effectively is very useful

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Very lively and relaxed.

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

    • Very structured and planned.

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

    • They ran workshops and courses to help teach us a lot of different skills. Very good investment in the people

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

    • Sports and Social Club

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Financial Bonus

    Company Parties/Events

    Working from home

    Healthcare from home

    Healthcare/Dental

    Travel loan
    5/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Good progression within the company

    3/5

    The Culture

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

    • Given it was virtual, many events were taking place which was quite fun.

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

    • Virtual

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

    • London office has many pubs and bars nearby

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

    • Sort of

    5/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Banking

London

September 2020

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