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Rating

3.8/5
  • The Role
    4.7
  • The Company
    3.9
  • The Culture
    2.4

    The Role

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?
  • It was tough; definitely not for the faint hearted, and I realised that you really need to want to be there and like what you do in order to go far with it. There were several ups and downs, but plenty of support was at hand, and I was very well looked-after.

    4/5

  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?
  • I felt very valued; all the employees, no matter what position they were, took time to talk to me and help me understand things, and I really appreciated that. Everyone was happy to help.

    5/5

  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?
  • I was given a lot of guidance throughout my internship from my manager, my colleagues and HR.

    5/5

  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?
  • I was very busy, but still had enough time to take care of my own projects. I learnt the value of effective time management!

    5/5

  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?
  • I had help in a lot of my projects, but was also given responsibility, and point of improvement, which I was very grateful for.

    4/5

  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?
  • I have definitely learnt skills for life; these couple of months have taught me a very large amount; organisation is key, time management is vital and more than anything, communication skills are integral when it comes to future progression.

    5/5

    The Company

  • 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?
  • It was fast paced at times, calm at times, but always moving. There was always something to do.

    3/5

  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?
  • The organisation was immaculate. We were provided with information sessions throughout the internship which added to our learning; and we were given the opportunity to network numerous times.

    5/5

  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
  • The company invested a lot of time in us, providing us with information sessions and networking opportunities, and helping us financially settle in during the first week.

    5/5

  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?
  • Subsidised Canteen

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    3/5

  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?
  • I am glad to have been given the chance to continue with this company.

    5/5

    The Culture

  • 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?
  • Other interns were quite sociable, and everyone kept it professional.

    4/5

  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?
  • Situated in the heart of London, living and socialising in the area was expensive.

    2/5

  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?
  • There are many bars where employees can enjoy drinks, however there were no student-type clubs.

    4/5

  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?
  • I did not encounter any such events.

    1/5

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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Investment Banking

London

September 2015


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