Securities summer analyst Review

by Goldman Sachs Group

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Rating

3.7/5
  • The Role
    3.6
  • The Company
    4.3
  • The Culture
    3.0

    The Role

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

    • Very much

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

    • Very flat non-hierarchical structure meant interaction with colleagues very good.

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

    • They were somewhat helpful

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

    • Very busy starting early (around 6.30 am)

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

    • Not much responsibility possible due to nature of work

    2/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • Study a subject non finance related so irrelevant

    3/5

    The Company

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

    • Very competitive and fun

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

    • Managed well and closely but not micromanaged

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

    • Lectures on leadership and personal branding particularly useful

    4/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Subsidised/Company Gym

    Financial Bonus

    Company Parties/Events

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

    • Very good

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Yes, all similar age and fun

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

    • Expensive mid London...

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

    • Lots of variety

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

    • Work took too much time

    2/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

London

August 2015

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