Software Developer Review

by Bloomberg

Best Student Employer

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Rating

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

    The Role

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

    • It was an amazing experience - I learned so much, met so many brilliant individuals and had so much fun!

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

    • I felt that not only the work I was doing actually mattered, but as well I felt that my presence was very valued.

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

    • Great! I felt that I could ask any questions at any time, and get a good answer

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

    • Very! Although they are quite relaxed, the projects you get given actually keep you interested and inspire you to work harder!

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

    • I felt that we were given enough responsibility. Although what I was working on was not completely crucial, it was actually something that will go to clients and have some impact.

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

    • Not only I managed to improve my computer science skills, but I also managed to obtain great and very useful financial and managerial knowledge!

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Amazing! R&D people could bring any clothes they like, they are very relaxed, but at the same everyone is extremely smart and passionate for what they do!

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

    • Very - you can feel that they put a lot of effort to make this internship what it was!

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

    • I actually felt that they value their interns as much as their employees - Bloomberg actually invest in their people and believe that they are their most valuable asset.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Company Parties/Events

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop

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

    • Bloomberg is probably one of the coolest technology companies to work at - At the time of writing I would definitely compare it with places like Google or Facebook.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Yes, all my colleges were very intelligent and yet very cool and friendly.

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

    • Depends on you - you could eat every day at the pantry for free if you wish to.

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

    • Shoreditch has some decent places.

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

    • Yes! Dancing, sports, many things.

    5/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

London

September 2013

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