Summer Analyst Review

by BlackRock

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Rating

5/5
  • The Role
    4.9
  • The Company
    5.0
  • The Culture
    5.0

    The Role

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

    • The best job I have ever had - even if it was only for 3 months!

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

    • Truly a unique working environment, everyone is treated as equals and are happy to chat any time.

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

    • Whenever faced with any difficulties management are always happy to take 5 to clarify issues.

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

    • Days are busy but enjoyable - nobody likes to be bored.

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

    • Definitely one of the most surprising features of the internship was the instant belief that the firm has in you and your abilities - a big bonus.

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

    • Everything I've done will help me progress my career in finance.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • A good balance of banter and work.

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

    • Very well organised with an infallible HR department.

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

    • The firm give a lot, both in terms of time and in terms of finance to help the interns progress.

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

    • Sports and Social Club

    National Travel

    Company Parties/Events

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop

    Working from home

    Healthcare from home
    5/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Definitely a great place to work and would be hard to turn down an offer.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Social scene was great, well organised but relaxed and informal at the same time with fun events planned by HR.

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

    • For me I stayed in the same flat I stay in for uni so it was virtually costless - even at that I don't hear anyone complaining about living costs. Socialising is not expensive in Edinburgh.

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

    • I have lived in Edinburgh for years so always known it has a great nightlife - particularly at Fringe time!

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

    • So many clubs and societies for both sporty and less active pursuits. Spoilt for choice.

    5/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Accounting, Commercial Banking, Investment Banking, Retail Banking, Banking, Business Management, Economics

Scotland

August 2013

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