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by Goldman Sachs Group

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Rating

3.8/5
  • The Role
    4.1
  • The Company
    3.8
  • The Culture
    3.3

    The Role

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

    • Such a good year, would recommend to other interns.

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

    • Every one was really nice and welcoming.

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

    • So helpful, and gave me very useful feedback.

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

    • Most of the time I had a good amount of work to do on a daily basis. Of course, some days were busier/quieter than others, but there is always work to be done!

    4/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • You are responsible for your own project and was given some important projects during the year.

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

    • From all the feedback as well as all the training sessions available, it has provided me with a good knowledge base with technical knowledge as well as personal skills.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Relaxed but everyone works hard and gets on really well. I would have good conversations during the day whether it being about something personal or professional.

    4/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • Very well structured, had good projects and events with the other interns. But most time was spent on my own projects during my own team.

    4/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • There were many training sessions available, in a lot of different technical areas. As well as different skill events during the start of the placement.

    4/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Company Parties/Events

    Working from home

    Healthcare/Dental
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • As well as being a generally great job. Mobility within in the firm is available and encouraged, and the people are very nice and professional.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • A lot of good events organised.

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

    • (Lived at home). But the cost of socializing was good if you know where to go.

    3/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Loads of pubs to go, and club just a tube/bus journey away.

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

    • There are many clubs/socials within the firm, as well as events that are organised by teams. (My team went on a ski trip!). Being in the city there are loads of activities you can get involved in around the area.

    4/5
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Placement (10 Months+)

Computer Science

London

June 2014

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