Investment banking Review
by Barclays
This review was submitted over 4 years ago, so some of the information it contains may no longer be relevant.
Rating
-
The Role
4.4
-
The Company
4.6
-
The Culture
3.6
- 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?
- 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?
- 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?
- 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?
- 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?
- 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?
- 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?
- 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?
- 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
- 10. What were the perks on your work placement?
- 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?
- 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?
- 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?
- 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?
- 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?
The Role
The overall internship was hard work but great fun, there was a strong emphasis on working efficiently whilst continuosly learning.
The team were highly supportive and actively helped to ensure I felt part of the team.
Had regular meetings clearly stating what was expected of me and how i could excel throughout the internship
I was kept sufficiently busy throughout, however at times had to meet strict deadlines with limited time capacity
Understandably the level of responsibility which could be handed to me was limited (due to regulation) however I was responsible directly for the work i was set.
The analytical skills will help throughout my last year of my degree and the general time managment skills will be ones I take through life.
The Company
The team were very friendly and interconnected so always felt lively.
There were a range of networking and extra-curricular event which had been organised for the interns
Highly invested in the interns, both through the exposure to the industry gained and the different things learned
Very appealing and a great company to work for
The Culture
Went out with the other interns on most weekends so good social side
Good place to socialise however expensive
There is a good range of bars to socialise after work
Work was the main priority however there are opporutinities to get involved in other things
Details
Internship (1 Month+)
Investment Banking
London
November 2013
