Business Analyst Review

by Bank of England

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Rating

4.3/5
  • The Role
    4.5
  • The Company
    4.1
  • The Culture
    4.3

    The Role

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

    • Found the internship invaluable.

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

    • Treated like a member of the team. Had continuous interaction with them and are extrememly understanding and helpful.

    4/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • I was not given too much support as I need to learn how to fend for myself but I was guided appropriately (where neccessary) in the correct direction.

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

    • I had various tasks to complete ... Of which I believe I balanced brilliantly with the help of my team and my diary.

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

    • I was given a huge responsibility during my placement which didn't feel like a burden to carry - more like a priviledge to work with such a project.

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

    • Went on to 3 excel training course which helped me enhance and perfect my excel skills.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • The perfect balance was provided - created a good, positive atmosphere - even when deadlines needed to be given.

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

    • Brilliantly. It was well thought out - all the way from the induction to getting to know other interns, up until the very end to know the next steps if staying with BOE.

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

    • A large amount was invested in me. Not just time, but money also - due to various excel courses.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Company Parties/Events
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Got excellent feedback and was told that they could see me working within the Bank in the future.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • Weekly social events/parties/lunches/dinners.

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

    • Relatively affordable - but, very expensive also. Cheaper for me as I was able to commute from my home in London.

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

    • Nightlife in London is always excellent.

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

    • Football opportunities to charity.

    5/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Accounting, Purchasing and Supply

London

August 2014

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