Technology Analyst Review

by Barclays

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.2/5
  • The Role
    4.2
  • The Company
    4.7
  • The Culture
    3.6

    The Role

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

    • It was amazing! Enjoyed it thoroughly.

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

    • They valued me like they value the other employees in the team. I didn't feel out of place.

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

    • Manager and the team gave me the support I needed. I felt I was in a good position to ask for help whenever.

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

    • I was neither too busy or too bored. It was a perfect balance which was good for me.

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

    • Near the start not that much because I was just getting into it but near the end they gave me as much responsibility as the rest of the team which was good.

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

    • I have developed skills that I can use forever. It was a great learning experience.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • Atmosphere was really good. I was surprised.

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

    • Regular contact with internship team. I think every intern knew what was happening and what events were coming up.

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

    • I got the necessary training I needed and was encourage to do what extra training I wanted to do.

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

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

    • Got a job with them!

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Great social scene. Everyone just wanted to get to know everyone so we went out quite a lot.

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

    • London is an expensive place to live but you should be able to manage your budget quite well if you are sensible.

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

    • Went out quite a few times and all of the times it was excellent.

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

    • Yes, many events after work that you could go to. Good to socialize and get to know people.

    3/5
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Internship (1 Month+)

London

October 2013

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