Sales and Trading Summer Internship Review

by UBS

Best Student Employer

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Rating

3.8/5
  • The Role
    4.0
  • The Company
    3.8
  • The Culture
    3.4

    The Role

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

    • Very enjoyable. Nice people, interesting work.

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

    • This is tough as they are very busy and out of the office a lot - especially as it was a summer internship - a lot of holidays.

    4/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • Depends on your manager, but I was very lucky.

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

    • You can be as busy as you want - if you want more work, go and get it.

    4/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • Since we are not registered, we can't really have much.

    3/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • Very useful skills.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Quick, loud and enjoyable.

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

    • Very well organised - HR are always there and happy to help if you have an issue.

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

    • It is very worthwhile, they really do spend time with you, and if you are keen, the energy you recieve back is brilliant.

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

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Company Parties/Events
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Hopefully I will get a job! They do hire interns onto the graduate scheme, so a good path to go down.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • There are a good amount of interns so it's good.

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

    • London prices - not cheap.

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

    • London - a good night out.

    4/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • Only there briefly, but yes it would seem so.

    4/5
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Internship (1 Month+)

London

August 2013

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