Summer research analyst Review

by Bank of America

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.9/5
  • The Role
    5.0
  • The Company
    4.9
  • The Culture
    4.8

    The Role

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

    • I enjoyed it very much, primarily because it was so engaging intellectually

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

    • I felt valued, and as if my contribution mattered

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

    • Everyday I'd learn something new, and most of the time from one of my superiors

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

    • Very busy, with early mornings but always out of the office at a good time

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

    • A significant amount, which was very rewarding

    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 study economics, so to see it in practice was very useful

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Positive and collegiate

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

    • Very well

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

    • Significant amounts of time, and also some professional training. Both of which were incredibly useful

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

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Subsidised/Company Gym

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

    • Very

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Yes

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

    • It is typical London prices

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

    • Very good

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

    • Yes many, some organised through HR and others through employees them selves

    5/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Actuary, Banking

London

November 2014

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