Summer Analyst Review

by Barclays

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4/5
  • The Role
    3.9
  • The Company
    3.9
  • The Culture
    4.3

    The Role

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

    • I learned a lot of interesting material and engaged in exciting work.

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

    • Although the team was very busy and under pressure they always tried to make time to explain things to me.

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

    • The idea is that you try as much without guidance and support from line manager and only if you have exhausted all other options.

    3/5
  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

    • Very busy towards the beginning but once you get into a routine you ''feel'' less busy although you are still doing the same amount of work.

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

    • I was given responsibility as if I was a permanent member of the team.

    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 learned and developed a very wide range of skills but with particular emphasis on communication. This is critical in banking and as a result I feel more confident and articulate in my communication.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Although everyone is very busy working on their own deals, there is always laughter and most of the time a relaxed atmosphere.

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

    • Well structured and very well organised.

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

    • We had 2 initial days of training prior to the internship. There are also a range of training sessions hosted during the internship.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Company Car

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    National Travel

    International Travel

    Financial Bonus

    Company Parties/Events

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop

    Above 25 days holiday

    Working from home

    Healthcare from home

    Healthcare/Dental

    Travel loan
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Opportunity to gain a place on the graduate scheme at the end of the internship

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Many events were organised to get to know my fellow colleagues and it was always in a friendly setting.

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

    • Canary wharf is probably slightly more expensive than anywhere else but pretty close to central london prices.

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

    • Loads of pubs and bars minutes away from the office.

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

    • A wide range of sport activities as well as volunteering activities.

    4/5
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Internship (1 Month+)

London

August 2015

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