Private Banking Intern Review

by Barclays

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.1/5
  • The Role
    4.2
  • The Company
    4.3
  • The Culture
    3.8

    The Role

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

    • Was a very enjoyable, challenging and rewarding experience.

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

    • There were a lot of opportunities for feedback and colleagues were very grateful for interns' help.

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

    • Management invested a lot of time and effort into my development.

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

    • Always busy and had something to do but was a good balance.

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

    • Given a lot of responsibility. Wasn't constantly asking management what to do.

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

    • Much improved IT skills, communication and networking skills.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • Lively atmosphere.

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

    • Extremely well organised and structured.

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

    • Weekly training sessions and regular feedback.

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

    • Subsidised Canteen

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

    • Great grad scheme with an International rotation.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Great fellow interns and good nights out in London.

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

    • London prices

    4/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Very close to the centre of town.

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

    • Interns always organised activities outside of work.

    4/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Banking

London

October 2012

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