Summer Analyst - iShares Review

by BlackRock

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Rating

3.8/5
  • The Role
    4.2
  • The Company
    4.0
  • The Culture
    3.1

    The Role

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

    • A great environment and culture to start a career, with a strong emphasis on work/life balance.

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

    • Feedback was always positive with constructive criticism given where it was genuinely due.

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

    • Everyone in BlackRock is approachable 247, ready to answer all questions or re-direct to the appropriate person.

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

    • Mostly kept busy with project work and some BAU but quieter periods aren't unsual during the July/August market cycle.

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

    • With every week came more responsibility; by the end I was dealing with clients on e-mail over the phone which was a great opportunity for me, and a show of trust by my manager. Presenting to management on projects also added responsibility value.

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

    • The communication and technical skills gained will benefit me in any future role, hopefully one back at BlackRock.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • Always a relaxed and enthusiastic environment - great cohesion between all the teams.

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

    • Seamless process involved teamwork exercises and regular events to encourage networking.

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

    • First 2 weeks were jam-packed with training sessions and intro modules which helped to meet valuable people and contribute to the desk.

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

    • Company Parties/Events
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Hoping the headcount is there!

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • Interns got on very well and added to official events by organising informal events almost weekly.

    3/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • Bargains are hard to come by in the City, but it's not impossible to get by if you're smart about it.

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

    • Good choice of venues and this part of central London is well connected.

    4/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • BlackRock encourages sports and charity work, offering 2 days out a year to help out a charity, and doubles any sponsorship raised.

    4/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Investment Banking, Banking

London

August 2012

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