Front Office Spring Intern Review

by Barclays

Best Student Employer

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Rating

5/5
  • About You
    5.0
  • The Company
    5.0
  • Everything Else
    5.0

    About You

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy the insight?

    • I thoroughly enjoyed my week at Barclays- I learnt a lot about Investment Banking in specific, and really got a sense of IBD, convincing me to want to work there.

    5/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued during your time at the company or firm?

    • I felt very valued- HR made an effort to keep us informed of what was going on, and how to succeed.

    5/5
  • 3. How much guidance/support did you receive during the insight?

    • There were plenty of opportunities to ask questions, follow up and be trained in a range of areas.

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

    • The skills on presenting, communicating and working under pressure are very useful.

    5/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?

    • The insight was clearly structured, with a wide range of exposure and a clear aim.

    5/5
  • 6. How was the general atmosphere during your insight?

    • There was lots of energy, curiosity and fun throughout the insight.

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

    • Barclays invested time in training us on soft skills as well as technically in a range of areas to ensure we picked the right area for us.

    5/5
  • 8. To what extent did the insight help you to understand what it would be like to have a full time role with the company or firm?

    • There were plenty of networking opportunities, graduate panels, and a day in the life sessions. It was clear what it would be like to work here.

    5/5
  • 9. How much did the insight help you in understanding the company culture?

    • There was a big focus on the values, the culture and why Barclays is highly unique in what it does. The supportive culture spoken of during the recruitment process was clear.

    5/5
  • 10. How valuable was the content in helping you to decide on your future career path?

    • There was a big focus on choosing an area of Front Office to fast track to in the future. Each day was dedicated to a different area of Front Office including some you may not be aware of!

    5/5

    Everything Else

  • 11. Were you paid or reimbursed adequately for this experience?

    • I was paid.

  • 12. Were there opportunities for networking and meeting other employees of the company or firm?

    • There was networking throughout the week, and a special social dedicated to it. Staff were keen to follow up so you could stay in touch in the future.

    5/5
  • 13. How were the networking/ social event opportunities?

    • There was networking throughout the week, and a special social dedicated to it. There was also a general spring intern social.

    5/5
  • 14. Did you find out about activities that employees can get involved in outside of work?

    • There was lots of information about citizenship, volunteering, and social events that Barclays runs for its staff.

    5/5
  • 15. Would you recommend this insight to a friend?

    • I would highly recommend this insight scheme to anyone considering a career in banking. It was thoroughly enjoyable and informative.

    5/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Investment Banking

London

April 2014

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