Investment Banking Division Intern - Real Estate Division Review

by Macquarie Group

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Rating

3.8/5
  • The Role
    4.0
  • The Company
    3.6
  • The Culture
    3.9

    The Role

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

    • 4/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

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

    • Buddy/mentor system and open floor plan - many people who can support and guide the interns

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

    • Sometimes extremely busy, and sometimes less so, though the summer period is generally quieter so I imagine the actual job will be more busy

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

    • Worked directly on live deals

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

    • 4/5

    The Company

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

    • Surprisingly relaxed atmosphere

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

    • Amazingly well organised, both in terms of social events and learning/training

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

    • Spent lots of time and effort making sure we were as well trained as possible, including a week of training at the beginning of the internship

    4/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Company Parties/Events

    Working from home

    Healthcare from home
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Very appealing for those who enjoy IBD - great company to work for but you have to enjoy the work

    3/5

    The Culture

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

    • Yes - very good

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

    • City of London is always going to be expensive, but you're earning enough so that you can enjoy it

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

    • Lots of bars and Shoreditch clubs very nearby

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

    • 4/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Investment Banking, Banking

London

August 2013

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