Intern Analyst Review

by Barclays

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.5/5
  • The Role
    4.5
  • The Company
    4.8
  • The Culture
    4.3

    The Role

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?
  • My internship with Barclays Corporate was both challenging and rewarding. For this reason I thoroughly enjoyed stretching myself to the best of my ability and getting the rewards at the end of it.

    5/5

  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?
  • I was fortunate to be placed in a very welcoming team of Hospitality & Leisure. They were brilliant mentors and I still keep in contact to this date.

    5/5

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

  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?
  • I was always involved on tasks and new operations across the business. It was the perfect balance to develop my skills whilst also aiding the company.

    4/5

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

  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?
  • I will be forever grateful for the skills training and investments Barclays Corporate give their interns. I acquired skills I will use for the rest of my career.

    5/5

    The Company

  • 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?
  • The atmosphere was lively. Members of staff were always involved in commercial discussions about current financial markets, and there were ample opportunities to get involved in fun events across the team.

    5/5

  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?
  • The organisation of the internship was phenomenal. I was always challenged throughout, but there was always opportunities to get more involved. The Campus Recruitment team at Barclays Corporate were fundamental to this success. Very well organised.

    5/5

  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
  • It was clear from the outset that Barclays Corporate were investing in the next generation of future leaders. As an intern you are valued as an important staff member, this was a major factor in personal development.

    5/5

  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?
  • Subsidised Canteen

    Company Parties/Events

    4/5

  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?
  • I am thoroughly excited about the prospect of returning to Barclays Corporate for the Graduate Programme.

    5/5

    The Culture

  • 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?
  • The positions on the internship are limited, competition is high between individuals, but there was a consistent team atmosphere throughout. We enjoyed several events laid on by Barclays, all of which were beneficial in creating a good social scene.

    5/5

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

    2/5

  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?
  • London hosts a great vibrancy for a work/life balance.

    5/5

  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?
  • This was a brilliant aspect of the internship. There were countless opportunities to put your name down for activities. Fundraisers, sports, team socials.

    5/5

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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

London

May 2014


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