Female Insight Day Review

by Bank of England

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Rating

3.4/5
  • About You
    3.9
  • The Company
    3.3
  • Everything Else
    3.1

    About You

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

    • It was well organised and varied- the day started with a introduction to the Bank and a run through of the organisational structure. It was nice to be able to find out more and network with other graduates.

    4/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued during your time at the company or firm?

    • We felt very welcomed.

    4/5
  • 3. How much guidance/support did you receive during the insight?

    • We were able to hear from a panel of 3 senior staff- this was a great opportunity to ask any questions.

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

    • Useful to help to pick which branch of economics to follow for a career.

    4/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?

    • The day had a set itinerary.

    4/5
  • 6. How was the general atmosphere during your insight?

    • Good atmosphere and chance to network with other graduates.

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

    • N/A

    3/5
  • 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?

    • We were able to hear first hand experiences from current employees. The insight day doesn't have time to look at any single graduate scheme in detail- but all of this information can be viewed on the website.

    4/5
  • 9. How much did the insight help you in understanding the company culture?

    • It reinforced information which is accessible on the website.

    3/5
  • 10. How valuable was the content in helping you to decide on your future career path?

    • 4/5

    Everything Else

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

    • We were reimbursed up to £35 travel expenses.

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

    • We had a networking lunch which provided a relaxed environment to network. Staff were friendly and willing to help.

    4/5
  • 13. How were the networking/ social event opportunities?

    • Networking lunch- see above answer.

    4/5
  • 14. Did you find out about activities that employees can get involved in outside of work?

    • I didn't hear too much about outside activities available at the Bank of England. I heard there is a women's coffee meeting every so often and they run some sporting activities.

    3/5
  • 15. Would you recommend this insight to a friend?

    • It was interesting and nice to hear from current employees.

    3/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Accounting, Banking, Retail Banking

London

July 2014

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