Student Review

by Bank of England

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Rating

4.5/5
  • About You
    4.6
  • The Company
    4.3
  • Everything Else
    4.9

    About You

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

    • This is just an expectation that I had: I had hoped that all the employees who participated in the panel discussion had come prepared with a short discussion on those things (stereotypical or otherwise) that affect women in the workplace (given that it was a Female Insight Day, and then discuss how these are relevant to women working at the Bank of England.

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

    • The employees were very friendly, interactive and open to questions. This made us feel welcomed.

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

    • The tips on the application process were very helpful. Hopefully we will make use of them to increase our chances of impressing our prospective employer!

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

    • Although the context was the Bank of England, the information on the application process and working at the establishment could be applied to other institutions, and should go a long way in helping us to better represent ourselves and be open to changes and expansion of our roles.

    5/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?

    • The day went according to schedule, with every participant/employee arriving on time.

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

    • It was great having some of the employees joining us for lunch - providing added time for more questions and advice.

    5/5
  • 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?

    • Having met employees who entered the team directly or through job schemes, it was interesting to see how they have developed and how different training programmes have assisted this development. It speaks to the commitment of the employer in molding their employees for personal development, as well as to suit the needs of their role.

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

    • In describing their roles, employees displayed a level of commitment to their job and gave an insight into how the teamwork-driven atmosphere has helped them along the way.

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

    • 5/5

    Everything Else

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

    • Reimbursement of travel expenses was offered.

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

    • Their were employees who were schedule to participate in the panel discussion, as well as those who interacted with us during the breaks.

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

    • Some employees did offer their contact information for any extra questions and advice.

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

    • There were mentions of involvement in community projects.

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

    • Yes, regardless of their degree-programme, as their is a place for everyone at the Bank of England.

    5/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Computer Science

Wales

July 2014

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