Spring Intern Review

A wonderful introduction to life within a Bulge Bracket bank. Employees were honest and approachable, but it was up to you to make best use of the opportunities afforded.

Employees of the bank from all divisions and tiers were very much open to approach. HR were extremely kind, and often went out of their way to help you. A dinner in the city on the penultimate day was a highlight - it was wonderful to see senior bankers engaging with interns over an unforgettable dinner.

We were given an introduction from all parts of the bank, and employees always stayed around afterwards should one have any questions. Certain case studies appeared a little rushed, though this was understandable given the time pressures of the day. If one wanted to learn more about a certain topic, or speak further with an individual, there were multiple networking sessions throughout the week.

As previously mentioned, this was an excellent introduction to life within the Investment Banking industry. Games and case studies allowed one to develop skills throughout the week, vital for a presentation to senior bankers on the penultimate day. There was a strong emphasis on networking, and plenty of opportunities to develop soft skills vital for success in the modern world.

Everything was clearly laid out on a timetable given to us on the first day (though the timetable could have been larger in size!). All interns knew where they should be, when. Occasionally presentations overran, though a shorter break meant a longer contact time with employees.

Brilliant atmosphere. Interns were attentive, driven and personable, and were actively approached by Bank of America Merrill Lynch employees. Everyone was impressed by the scale of the work within the firm. Buildings in St Paul's and Canary Wharf presented a very strong image of the bank.

Many networking opportunities, multiple case studies and numerous games and activities. These culminated in a group presentation allowing each intern to demonstrate the skills they had learned throughout the week.

It is important to note that interns in the IBK division were not given work shadowing, but rather a case study and discussion panel, each accompanied by bankers. Interns in other divisions, however, were offered two-on-one and one-on-one work shadowing. Additionally, bankers from all divisions were often present, and were more than happy to tell interns about their work within the bank, amongst other things.

We had presentations from CSR and from members of the main networks within Bank of America Merrill Lynch. Employees would tell you about their experience within the firm, and I left with the impression of an ambitious and collaborative culture.

Confirmed my desire to work within IBK. I met other interns who changed their first-choice role having attended the insight, so we were given a very strong indication of what work in each division entailed.

Travel expenses were paid for.

Many, many opportunities to network. Networking at breakfast on one day, lunch on another, dinner on another. Employees were open to approach, and it was important you did so.

Wonderful opportunities. It was a pleasure to network with fellow interns as well as bank employees, and I hope to have made many contacts that I can retain for the future.

We were given a talk from CSR and one on employee networks, and were shown facilities (therapist, gym) within the buildings.

An unforgettable experience for all the right reasons. I would not hesitate to recommend this programme.