Summer Analyst - Private Wealth Review

by Morgan Stanley

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Rating

3.3/5
  • The Role
    3.8
  • The Company
    3.0
  • The Culture
    2.8

    The Role

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

    • Although I found the hours very long, the work was extremely interesting and I felt my knowledge of the financial markets increased significantly and only furthered my desire to work in finance.

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

    • Everyone, even very senior people, was extremely welcoming and willing to give time and advice whenever I needed it.

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

    • Throughout my internship I felt there were many people I could turn to, and everyone was happy to help whenever I needed it.

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

    • We did have a lot of work and it sometimes got quite stressful, but I enjoyed that our projects were actually used by the company and people valued our opinions.

    3/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • We produced projects that were to be produced and passed throughout IA's within the organization. I was also sent to external meetings by myself and as such was representing the company.

    3/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • Over the 10 weeks I learnt a vast amount. Not only about the financial world but also in areas such as my written skills and presentation styles. My networking and social skills were also fine tuned and I feel these are lessons that will help me throughout my future career.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Although it was quite serious, the atmosphere was always friendly.

    4/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • The internship was very well organised. We were constantly kept busy and had regular meetings, lessons and visits organised for us.

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

    • We had various training programmes all I feel were very beneficial.

    4/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Company Parties/Events
    2/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • The prospects within the whole industry are tough at the moment, and as such prospects are tight at Morgan Stanley.

    2/5

    The Culture

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

    • Everyone was really friendly and got on really well. We all made effort to see each other outside of work and I feel I have made some genuine friends.

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

    • Central London is extremely expensive

    1/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Couldnt ask for better. Apart from the expense London is amazing.

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

    • My hours being so long restricted this slightly, but at weekends etc there were opportunities.

    2/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Banking

London

August 2009

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