Technology Analyst Review

by Barclays

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4/5
  • The Role
    4.2
  • The Company
    4.2
  • The Culture
    3.6

    The Role

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

    • I was assigned a variety of tasks that allowed me to get a taste of every aspect of working within this organisation.

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

    • My opinion was valued on all levels, and I was often consulted for my knowledge.

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

    • I had ample support when needed, and the rest of the team were always more than willing to help.

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

    • Not extremely busy most of the times, but always had objective(s) to work towards to.

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

    • Much more than I expected. Even had to replace part of my manager's work on my own in his absence.

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

    • I gained some software engineering practices that will definitely help me during my thesis project.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • Very good and friend atmosphere, lots of fun on a daily basis

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

    • There was an extensive placement programme of activities that run along my daily routine.

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

    • Had to go through extensive online and offline training, and to attend various technology-related sessions and presentations.

    4/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

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

    • Got an offer for the graduate programme.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Yes, lots of social events organised as part of the placement programme.

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

    • Very reasonable, slightly on the pricey side.

    2/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Lots of options and things to do.

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

    • Lots of optional activities and sessions to attend to.

    4/5
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London

November 2013

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