Summer Technology Analyst Review

by Barclays

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.5/5
  • The Role
    4.5
  • The Company
    4.6
  • The Culture
    4.4

    The Role

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

    • I was given real work, that had a direct impact on the business.

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

    • My colleagues were fantastic. I was invited to both internal staff events, and events outside of working hours.

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

    • My manager was only a stones throw away, so was always there to offer me advice and guidance when needed. I felt like he was really engaged with the internship programme and my personal development.

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

    • I had a great project that I could complete at my own pace (with some intermediate deadlines) with the guidance of my colleagues.

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

    • I felt as if I had been working at the business for years with the amount of responsibility I was given - it was great to feel that valued and trusted.

    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 learnt more about programming over 9 weeks that I ever have before!

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • The atmosphere was formal, but friendly. There was always someone that I could talk to if I needed to.

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

    • The organisation was fantastic. There was a series of events that were for interns, which were interesting, and gave everyone the opportunity to feel comfortable around their peers. There were also a number of technical sessions that were equally engaging and useful.

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

    • There were countless sessions that were focused on developing each intern as an individual, targeting the core skills necessary for success in the business. There were also a number of online seminars and conferences available for employees to better their skills.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    National Travel

    International Travel

    Financial Bonus

    Company Parties/Events

    Above 25 days holiday

    Working from home

    Healthcare from home

    Healthcare/Dental

    Travel loan
    5/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I have been offered a place on the 2015 Graduate Scheme.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • The other interns were likeminded, and we all got along very well. We frequently went for drinks and food after work and over the weekends.

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

    • London is London - it's expensive.

    4/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Canary Wharf has a great bar scene throughout the week - there is always someone to head to the pub with after work if you like!

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

    • There are too many to name. I personally played both 11-a-side and 5-a-side football weekly.

    5/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Information Technology

London

September 2014

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