Portfolio Analytics Intern Review

by BlackRock

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Rating

4.4/5
  • The Role
    4.8
  • The Company
    4.3
  • The Culture
    4.1

    The Role

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

    • The people were fantastic and friendly. Lots of responsibility, great atmosphere, and a challenge.

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

    • All colleagues were extremely helpful and appreciated all work I completed.

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

    • Very regular training sessions, mid internship review and final review as well as feedback along the way.

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

    • The odd day I felt I was not busy enough, and the odd day I had loads to do. But most of the time the balance was perfect.

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

    • All projects I was given were real pieces of work which needed done. Lots of responsibility.

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

    • The skills I learned were extremely useful. Lots of general financial knowledge, computing skills, general communication skills etc.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Great atmosphere. Every one works hard but wants to have a good time at the same time.

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

    • Lots of training sessions, social activities etc. all really well organised. Given plenty of warning about events and lots of support during organised events.

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

    • Lots and lots of training. From whole intern class training with brought in specialists to training on desks from senior managers.

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

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Subsidised/Company Gym

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

    • 4/5

    The Culture

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

    • Lots of events such as go-karting, pub quiz, dinners, drinks.

    4/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • London is always quite expensive. In the city there are always deals and happy hours on to help so overall not too bad.

    3/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • It's London - great nightlife. Lots of choice for restaurants, bars and clubs.

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

    • 5/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

London

August 2013

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