Technology Intern Review

by Barclays

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.1/5
  • About You
    4.0
  • The Company
    4.0
  • Everything Else
    4.4

    About You

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

    • Many of the activities were enjoyable and the people were great to work with.

    4/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued during your time at the company or firm?

    • Employees were happy to see interns around and were always happy to introduce themselves despite being busy.

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

    • I was given guidance on what to do after the insight week. Support was available whenever needed.

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

    • The sessions were valuable for my studies and for the future when I work for a company.

    4/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?

    • The timetable was very clear and precise and I always knew where to be and when.

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

    • Everyone was very happy and comfortable; it was very enjoyable.

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

    • Senior employees took time out to speak to interns and the sessions were well prepared.

    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?

    • Work shadowing gave an insight into day to day roles of employees in the technology sector.

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

    • Although the information was available, it was difficult to understand the whole company structure.

    4/5
  • 10. How valuable was the content in helping you to decide on your future career path?

    • The content reinforced that I wanted to work in technology as opposed to the front office.

    4/5

    Everything Else

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

    • Train fairs were reimbursed as well as expenses.

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

    • There were many opportunities to meet graduates and senior employees.

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

    • The networking/social events were organised and interesting.

    4/5
  • 14. Did you find out about activities that employees can get involved in outside of work?

    • I was informed by a graduate who I shadowed, which was useful.

    4/5
  • 15. Would you recommend this insight to a friend?

    • The insight was a great experience. I learnt a lot and met many great people.

    5/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Banking

London

May 2013

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