Summer Analyst Review

by HSBC

Best Student Employer

This review was submitted over 4 years ago, so some of the information it contains may no longer be relevant.

Rating

4/5
  • The Role
    4.1
  • The Company
    4.1
  • The Culture
    3.6

    The Role

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

    • I enjoyed my internship thoroughly, as my colleagues and peers were always amiable and approachable.

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

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

    • My line manager and colleagues were always willing to help and answer any questions I may have.

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

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

    • I think you have to take the initiative to take up more responsibility.

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

    • Interns were provided with a lot of training and there were several networking sessions organised. Through these, I have honed my interpersonal skills, presentation skills and the ability to network which are essential in the work environment in future.

    4/5

    The Company

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

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

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

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

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Company Parties/Events

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Very. The organisation has an extremely supportive culture, with plenty of development opportunities.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

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

    • Moderate. The food at the in-house restaurant, while subsidised, is not exactly that cheap. The restaurants around the area all generally pricey as well.

    4/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Canary Wharf has a good number of pubs and restaurants to wine and dine or simply unwind with colleagues after a day or week's work.

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

    • Quite a number, but more for the full-time staff, naturally.

    4/5
    Report this review

Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Investment Banking

London

August 2013

View More Reviews