Quantitative Analyst Review

by Barclays

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.5/5
  • The Role
    4.6
  • The Company
    4.4
  • The Culture
    4.5

    The Role

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

    • Very well organised with nice events during the summer. Lots of networking amongst interns.

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

    • Very good team with a lot of support for the interns.

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

    • Good management with genuine interest in your development.

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

    • Very busy. Regular hours from 8.30 - 7. But I had a full plate.

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

    • Weekly meetings about the project, but other than that I was free to do my thing.

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

    • Learned a lot of hands on skills through pure practice.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • Depends on the floor. Trading floor is never dull.

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

    • Perfectly organised with big compliments, with a nice farewell event with good food.

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

    • Big investment in training and development. Training session organised with high ranking people.

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

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Financial Bonus

    Company Parties/Events
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Got an offer.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Made a lot of friends across all areas.

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

    • London is one of the most expesnive cities in the world, but this was taken into account in wages.

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

    • Always something to do in London.

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

    • Always something to do in London. (see above).

    5/5
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Internship (1 Month+)

London

November 2013

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