Technology Division Review

by Goldman Sachs Group

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Rating

4.4/5
  • About You
    4.5
  • The Company
    4.2
  • Everything Else
    4.6

    About You

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

    • It provided a great insight not only into the firm but into what technology in banks involves. Met some great employees and fellow interns.

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

    • They organised a large number of events and talks for us, which were extremely useful. We always had someone to go talk to at all times. Moreover, they provided us with desk space and email access for the 2 weeks.

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

    • Everyone was willing to help at all times, even if it mean't taking a huge amount of time out of their day.

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

    • Developed many skills such as communication, time management and team work, which will not only help within my degree but in everyday life.

    4/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?

    • Very well! They provided us with a rigid timetable for the 2 weeks which included talks from MD's, work shadowing sessions and lunches, as well as a lot more!

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

    • Great, everyone was motivated and ready to learn. All the current employees were very welcoming and willing to help with anything.

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

    • We could set up meetings with anyone in the firm and they would all be willing to meet as long as they never had meetings, this shows all the employees were enthusiastic to help and for us to learn.

    5/5
  • 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?

    • We completed an individual and group project which gave us an insight into a role within the firm. The work shadowing also gave us knowledge of day to day roles.

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

    • Culture is a huge part of GS and this was definitely portrayed in their everyday actions and the way they worked.

    4/5
  • 10. How valuable was the content in helping you to decide on your future career path?

    • Definitely valuable, by gaining the insight to everyday life within the firm, it gives you an idea if the role and firm would suit you.

    5/5

    Everything Else

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

    • Paid and reimbursed expenses.

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

    • Plenty, from networking sessions to work shadowing.

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

    • Yes, a few networking sessions over lunch as well as social events for the interns.

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

    • 4/5
  • 15. Would you recommend this insight to a friend?

    • Definitely, I learn't a lot from the 2 week experience which was invaluable.

    5/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

London

April 2015

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