Intern Review

by Nomura

Best Student Employer

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Rating

3.6/5
  • The Role
    3.6
  • The Company
    4.2
  • The Culture
    2.9

    The Role

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

    • I really enjoyed my internship at Nomura. It was a fantastic experience and I learnt so much/made many valuable contacts.

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

    • Whilst everyone was very nice I didn't feel as if I was an important part of the team, more just there to observe than be of any real help.

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

    • My first supervisor was very accommodating and went out of his way to ensure I enjoyed my time. The one I had for the second half of the internship was far harder to approach and therefore build rapport with.

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

    • I was busy every single day I worked there but thats what I had expected and what I wanted. Even when I hadn't been given any formal work I was always keen to find out more because I found it so interesting!

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

    • As previously mentioned I had very little responsibility and I was more observing the other employees. Despite this we did have intern groups with challenges and tasks which you were wholly responsible for.

    2/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • Whilst the skills developed may not be directly in line with my degree course they will definitely prove useful when applying for graduate schemes and when actually starting work!

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • The office was always a hive of activity and as such there was never a dull moment. I wouldn't describe it as fun it was more exciting!

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

    • The internship was superbly organised. It seemed as if the company really wanted to ensure we had the best time possible which I personally did!

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

    • There were so many opportunities for training and development - I got free Bloomberg training which was superb!

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

    • Sports and Social Club

    Subsidised/Company Gym

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

    • I have been offered a place on the graduate scheme dependent upon my final year degree performance and further interviews!

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • I occasionally went for drinks with the other interns but I don't think the social scene was as good as at other banks.

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

    • I was based in the office in the city of london and absolutely everything seemed more expensive than anywhere else I had been!

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

    • I went out only a couple of times to events organised by either Nomura or another big investment bank. These events were amazing with drinks included and always in great locations.

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

    • We had a couple of social events organised by Nomura. I also went for a meal with my first team on two occasions after work.

    3/5
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Internship (1 Month+)

London

November 2012

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