Operations - EMEA Equity Income Analyst Review

by Barclays

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.1/5
  • The Role
    3.8
  • The Company
    4.1
  • The Culture
    4.4

    The Role

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

    • Lots of responsibility and a super friendly team, great 9 weeks.

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

    • Felt like the project I was working on was going to genuinely benefit the department I was working with.

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

    • Support when I needed it but also space to work problems out for myself.

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

    • Some days busier than others, on the whole a good level of work.

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

    • Solely responsible for the project I was working on which was very inspirational.

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

    • Very much so, probably as valuable as a whole degree.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • Fun and light hearted with all necessary work being completed as well as going the extra mile.

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

    • Very much so, weekly events and training scheduled throughout the 9 weeks.

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

    • Felt like the company were really looking to develop us as future grads and leaders.

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

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

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

    • Excited about starting a grad scheme next year.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Great vibe between the many interns at the company.

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

    • Not too bad, especially considering out generous summer salaries.

    4/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Week nights there is always something going in Canary Wharf.

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

    • Volunteering and sports and social clubs were available to us.

    5/5
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Internship (1 Month+)

London

November 2013

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