Analyst Review

by Barclays

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.4/5
  • The Role
    4.8
  • The Company
    4.6
  • The Culture
    3.6

    The Role

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

    • There is a wide variety of activities to do, both in terms of professional training and social events.

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

    • Everyone I've encountered was very interested to hear what I have to say.

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

    • I never felt uncomfortable when I have a question to ask.

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

    • There is quite a good balance between work and study. I have had times where I can focus on professional training materials.

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

    • Responsibility was given immediately when you join and gradually increase in scale as you get familiar with the work. I enjoy the gradual increase in responsiblities given to me.

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

    • Many of the software development skills were learnt on the job and through trial and error.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Atmosphere was very relaxing, and encouraging.

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

    • Overall, it was a very well organised program.

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

    • Many events were organised for us which allowed us to meet different people across the firm as well as training classes.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Company Parties/Events

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

    • Already received an offer for its graduate program

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • many social events were organized both by HR and ourselves

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

    • London is a relatively expensive place to live but if you manage your finances well, then it can also be enjoyable.

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

    • Frequent Thursday after work drinks/dinner was organized to get social with the team members

    3/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • Many activities/charity events were advertised across the intranet

    5/5
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London

November 2013

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