Placement Year Review at Bank of England

The Role

Role Description

Mainly to assist in analysis and frequent market updates by retrieving market data, and presenting the data in various presentation (charts, tables, etc).

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

It was an experience I will never forget. I have gained so much more than I would have expected to.

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

People are always willing to listen, and I was given the opportunity to be involved in some interesting projects, which were actually used in the workplace.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

My manager was very kind and friendly, I never felt that I could not approach him whenever I faced a problem.

4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

So busy at times, but I enjoyed it very much.

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

Opportunities were around, I felt that as long as I worked hard and expressed my enthusiasm, I would be given more responsibilities.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

Perhaps not completely relevant to my course, but I'm sure the knowledge I've gained will be invaluable in the future.

The Organisation

7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

Great. I love the people I worked with.

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

We were given induction sessions and courses. They were useful.

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

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

The management was always happy to send me to training courses as long as they were relevant.

10. What were the perks on your work placement?

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

• Flexi Time
• Subsidised Canteen
• Sports and Social Club
• Subsidised/Company Gym
• Company Parties/Events
• Above 25 days holiday
• Healthcare/Dental
• Travel loan

11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

Rather appealing.

Other Information

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

Yes.

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

★★★★★☆☆☆☆☆

Rated 5/10

There were happy hours....

14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

Not bad. City as it is.

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

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

Volunteer, sports, societies. There were quite a range of activities available.

In addition to these questions, is there any extra information you would like to leave about your experiences on your work placement that other students may be interested in?

Great place to work!

Review 32/37 for Bank of England

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