Architecture and Strategy Group Review
by Barclays
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Rating
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The Role
4.7
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The Company
4.3
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The Culture
3.9
- 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?
- 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?
- 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?
- 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?
- 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?
- 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?
- 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?
- 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?
- 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
- 10. What were the perks on your work placement?
- 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?
- 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?
- 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?
- 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?
- 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?
The Role
A great experience with great responsibility. Felt like my work was valued. Agreat addition to my CV.
My work was used to back up findings in presentations to senior executives.
My line manager, HR and any other collegues were always willing to help.
Always had work to do and I had the flexibility and autonomy to generate my own work where I felt it was needed. I was able to be proactive and initiated tasks and was praised and motivated to do this.
A valuable experience and I constantly learned new thing that will surely aid me in my studies and my professional career.
The Company
Most of the times the atmosphere was really inspiring and fun as I could talk to my collegues about any matter. Sometimes though there was more interactions through emails.
We had social activities as well, like go karting and community service (fun dont worry)
Offered weekly master classes to give you a better feeling of the bank overall
Sports and Social Club
National Travel
Company Parties/Events
Very appealing as you have the chance to explore and maybe join many other areas in global retail and commercial banking Barclays
The Culture
Always organized events and outings.
Sometimes london can be quite expensive but the salary compensates for that :)
many opportunities to go out with fellow interns and team members. Going for some drinks after work.
Details
Internship (1 Month+)
Information Technology
London
August 2009
