Summer Analyst IBD Review

by Bank of America

Best Student Employer

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Rating

3.3/5
  • The Role
    3.3
  • The Company
    3.4
  • The Culture
    3.1

    The Role

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

    • This was a very challenging experience but I feel I have gained a lot out of it and enjoyed the nature of the work.

    4/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • Providing the work was delivered on time and done to a reasonable level of accuracy, your contribution was valued.

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

    • A fair bit of support was given - important to reach out for help and guidance if needed.

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

    • I was very busy every day

    1/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • Once I had gained the trust of my team, I was given a lot of responsibility a few weeks in

    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 have learnt to work in a professional capacity and enhanced my communication and time management skills which are vital.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • A thoroughly professional but enjoyable working environment

    3/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • Good presentations, well structured

    4/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • Lots of networking events which helped

    3/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

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

    • Hoping to get an offer - good place to work

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • Yes, when there was relatively little work, people were keen to socialise

    4/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • Fairly expensive as I was based in central london

    2/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Central London = very good nightlife

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

    • Yes

    2/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

London

August 2012

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