Summer Analyst Review

by HSBC

Best Student Employer

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Rating

3.4/5
  • The Role
    4.1
  • The Company
    3.4
  • The Culture
    2.5

    The Role

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

    • It was very rewarding as I learnt a lot from it

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

    • They provided me work and expected me to get on with it.

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

    • Management was fantastic in providing me guidance and support when I required it.

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

    • I had long hours and short hours as well. Depends on the day.

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

    • They allowed me freedom to complete projects but it always had to be doublechecked before anything was submitted.

    3/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • I learnt a lot from this experience

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Different days bring different things. I love the unexpected warmth in the office.

    3/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • Their HR team was very well organised.

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

    • They allowed me time to read up manuals and learn courses.

    3/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    National Travel

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Would love to work there again.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • We frequently had dinners and drinks with each other.

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

    • I live in London.

    1/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Had decent bars etc.

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

    • A couple of Rugby leagues.

    3/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

London

October 2010

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