Spring Insight Programme Review

by Barclays

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.2/5
  • About You
    3.6
  • The Company
    4.3
  • Everything Else
    4.5

    About You

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

    • Very interesting and I learnt a lot

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

    • The week was more focused of talks and exercises than being plunged into the company atmosphere.

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

    • I received all the help I 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?

    • I discovered whether or not the industry was for me and learnt some good presentation skills.

    4/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?

    • Time often ran on and our own breaks would come at the cost of it but otherwise good.

    4/5
  • 6. How was the general atmosphere during your insight?

    • Friendly people and staff, fun activities - good

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

    • We were looked after very well, lovely accommodation and food and lunch! The conference centre was great as well, water always topped up and a bowl of sweeties on the table!

    5/5
  • 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?

    • We were told in depth about the hours, the dedication and commitment needed. We also had a chance to job shadow.

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

    • We were spoken to by very high members of the bank, reinforcing their new values and culture that Barclays is offering. They are so dedicated to this by training all 140,000 staff for 3 hours in their new culture.

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

    • I left without questions and know what I want to do!

    4/5

    Everything Else

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

    • We received money to cover time and other expenses as well as separate travel expenses.

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

    • Lots of panels and chatting during breaks. We also had networking evenings.

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

    • These were lovely, great food, nice drink and plenty of opportunities to chat to fellow candidates, recruiters and employees.

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

    • This did not seem to be a large focus but it was clear employees had lives outside of the workplace.

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

    • Definitely worth a go, get a clearer image of the firm and industry whilst having fun!

    5/5
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Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

London

May 2013

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