Investment Management Spring Intern Review

by Goldman Sachs Group

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Rating

4.1/5
  • About You
    4.0
  • The Company
    4.3
  • Everything Else
    4.0

    About You

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy the insight?

    • It was great fun and the perfect introduction to life in Investment Management at Goldman Sachs and also a great introudction into the firm itself.

    5/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued during your time at the company or firm?

    • It can be difficult in internships, especially when they are of short duration, to feel that everything you are doing is useful or relevant. However, I felt like I could contribute meaningfully to the team and felt like my team enjoyed my presence.

    4/5
  • 3. How much guidance/support did you receive during the insight?

    • It is important to get the balance right between asking enough questions and edging on anyoing and asking too many. However, everyone was willing to talk and you could meet anyone you wanted if you emailed them and put a slot in their diary.

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

    • I developed my soft skills - presentation and interview skills significantly. My hard skills advanced at a slower rate, however I definetly have a better understanding of all assets and how markets operate.

    4/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?

    • It was very well structured, the Human Capital management team are exceptional.

    5/5
  • 6. How was the general atmosphere during your insight?

    • The atmosphere in the office was very good and we managed to have a good laugh quite often.

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

    • Goldman spent a lot of time making sure the right people were available and willing to talk to us.

    4/5
  • 8. To what extent did the insight help you to understand what it would be like to have a full time role with the company or firm?

    • I now know what it is like to work full time in IMD at Goldman.

    4/5
  • 9. How much did the insight help you in understanding the company culture?

    • A lot.

    5/5
  • 10. How valuable was the content in helping you to decide on your future career path?

    • I know exactly what I want to do as a result of my time here.

    5/5

    Everything Else

  • 11. Were you paid or reimbursed adequately for this experience?

    • A very reasonable weekly rate.

  • 12. Were there opportunities for networking and meeting other employees of the company or firm?

    • The networking that was formally organised was limited, it was more a case of being very proactive and finding people that you want to talk to.

    4/5
  • 13. How were the networking/ social event opportunities?

    • As above.

    3/5
  • 14. Did you find out about activities that employees can get involved in outside of work?

    • Yes programmes like 10,000 women and 10,000 small businesses were explained very well.

    5/5
  • 15. Would you recommend this insight to a friend?

    • Definetly.

    5/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Banking

London

April 2013

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