Summer Analyst - Global Advisory Division Review

by Rothschild & Co

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.8/5
  • The Role
    5.0
  • The Company
    5.0
  • The Culture
    4.4

    The Role

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

    • I really enjoyed my virtual internship with Rothschild. Induction period with HR and business representative was very insightful. Also, the team in the division I worked in was extremely welcoming and available.

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

    • I felt very valued by my colleagues and highly involved in the projects I worked for.

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

    • I received a lot of guidance throughout my internship. I was assigned to a "buddy" which was a junior analyst available for help or recommendations. Also, we were assigned to a mentor which was a more senior banker to give us further guidance and assistance.

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

    • I was very much involved in the projects I was assigned to. This helped me to develop and learn a lot both professionally and technically.

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

    • I received a lot of responsibility as I was actively contributing with the team on the project I was assigned to

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

    • Throughout the internship I learned a lot from a professional, technical and personal perspective. I developed great interpersonal skills which are very useful in a professional setting and the technical skills to be more effective as a banker.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • The atmosphere was extremely welcoming and from the first day I felt part of the team. It was very fast-paced and dynamic yet very stimulating and enriching.

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

    • The internship was very well organised. We first had an induction period to get used to the bank's system and regulations. Then, we kicked off the desk where my team had an associated which was in charge of intern staffing. Thus, the Associate was up to date with workload and projects that I was working on.

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

    • The bank was very involved in personal training and we received formal training session at the beginning of the internship.

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

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

    • Future employment prospects with the firm are very appealing. This is further highlighted by rigorous training and involvement we receive during our internship.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Yes, the team organising every week social meeting online to get to know the team in a more informal setting. Although the internship was conducted virtually, I felt part of the team.

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

    • My internship was conducted online working from home.

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

    • My internship was conducted online working from home.

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

    • My internship was conducted online working from home.

    5/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

London

October 2020

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