Internship Review at Barclays Capital

The Role

Role Description

Providing support to team daily work and projects. Completing objectives set out by manager that include delivering a presentation, identifying and improving a process, creating management information statistic trackers. I also carried out asset creation/maintenance and reconciliation reports.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

I gained great exposure to operations area of the investment bank. I was always kept busy but never out of my capabilities. I learned loads about the business and developed my
Skills greatly.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

I was welcomed into the team and made to feel a part. The work I was given was important to the business meaning thatni was contributing and not just doing it for the ale of being kept busy.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

I had a buddy who I worked will on a daily basis and I met my manager every week for a catch. However I could ask anyone anything at any time and they were always happy to help.

4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

I had objectives and daily tasks to be getting on with so I never really had time
Doing nothing.

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

Once I had learned the ropes I was left with tasks to
Complete on my own. I also undertook my own project that was completely mine and seen through from start to finish.

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

Not only did I learn about the business I develop skills in excel, communication skills including presentation skills, networking and organisational skills. I also developed myself as a person learning more about me and how I cope with working life.

The Organisation

7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

Very energetic and busy office. There was good morale .

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

It was the first time in Glasgow so there is room for improvement however the workload was well thought out and some activities where planned for us as a group. There could be some
More though.

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

Time was taken in pre-learning, the induction week in London and ongoing throughout the summer. As each department is different there is no structure however there was loads of support to ensure I knew what I was doing and that I had grasped the necessities.

10. What were the perks on your work placement?

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

• Subsidised Canteen
• Sports and Social Club
• National Travel
• Company Parties/Events

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

I have accepted the offer to go onto the grad scheme once my degree is finished next year

Other Information

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

The group of interns felled really well and we found ourselves socialising regularly.

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

Compared to London - value for money! As I study in Glasgow there was no change to where I lived etc.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

Glasgow is a great night out!!

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

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

We took part in a treasure hunt ran by the events team and. Volunteer day!

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?

Barcap run an initiative where you meet with directors and MDs of the company to ask them
About their careers, business areas and experiences. This is a great opportunity as the exposure you get is invaluable - you learn about areas outwith your own and the advice the people
Have given is brilliant. You would not get this experience just as an analyst!

Review 82/88 for Barclays Capital

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