Analyst Intern Review

by Barclays

Best Student Employer

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Rating

3.8/5
  • The Role
    4.0
  • The Company
    3.9
  • The Culture
    3.5

    The Role

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

    • Very enjoyable, I was part of a great team

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

    • I was given real responsibility within my role and became friends with members of the team.

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

    • We had weekly catch ups to ensure everything was running smoothly.

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

    • I would have periods in which I was less busy which gave me time to network or complete independent learning.

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

    • I was given lots of responsibility as well as support

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

    • The internship has increased my enjoyment of my university course

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • It was a good balance between friendliness and hard working

    3/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • Very well, lots of opportunities to network and meet other interns

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

    • Great training programme.

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

    • Subsidised Canteen
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I would happily return to the firm

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Events were organised by HR and amongst interns

    4/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • London can be very expensive

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

    • Lots of great bars and restaurants around Canary Wharf

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

    • We took part in a volunteering day

    3/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Investment Banking

London

November 2013

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