Summer Analyst - Global Fixed Income Review

by J.P. Morgan

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Rating

4.1/5
  • The Role
    4.4
  • The Company
    4.5
  • The Culture
    3.3

    The Role

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

    • Really enjoyed it, though would have liked the opportunity to see more of the bank.

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

    • Very. If you do work for people they appreciate it. But they will chase you if you do not deliver on time. Do not promise the world, only what you can realistically handle.

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

    • Managed by 3 VPs who delegated us to an Associate for support.

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

    • Very Busy. Aside standard BAU you are given projects with a deadlines. So if your BAU becomes light (which it likely will once everyone goes on holiday) you will focus on your projects.

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

    • I think a good term would be "Enough". You are given work at the same level as an analyst, and you are expected to deliver as such. However it would be great to have more responsibility at times.

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

    • Enrole in every online training course you can. The possibilities are almost endless.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • LIVE! Once the trades start flowing and your desk is buzzing, there's nothing better.

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

    • Brilliant. HR support you throughout the internship and are keen for your feedback. The programme is very well planned

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

    • As I said before. Online courses, completely free to at your disposal.

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

    • Subsidised Canteen

    National Travel

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

    • Very appealing. Though the company does not put pressure on you to stay. If you want to leave for a grad scheme elsewhere they will help facilitate a move to your desired destination. If you want to stay and they want you to stay, everybody's happy. Once you're in, you wont want to leave.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Yes, everyone goes out Fridays and Saturdays. Though some Fridays are given a miss if working late/exhausted from the week.

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

    • High.

    2/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Amazing.

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

    • Yes, corporate responsibility day, organised socials, networking events, sports clubs. Everything you'd expect at University, but in a company...... And you're getting paid to do it.

    3/5
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Internship (1 Month+)

August 2015

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