Internship Review at Barclays

The Role

Role Description

Analysing the amount that would not be recovered by the company based on client information and general economic forecasts and writing of the amounts not recoverable on various portfolio's held by the company

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

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

Great exepreince, was challenging and fun

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

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

appreciated the work done, and ensured that everyone felt part of the team

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

weekly catchup's were never missed, and it was possible to approach anyone in the organisation to gather information or help

4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

kept on my feet, which made it fun and challenging and helped me learn alot and apply my previous expereince on job

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

important work having tight deadlines were also given along with other work, which made one feel important and got the brain working

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

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

helped in understanding of various business sectors within the organisation as well as helped in my rotation as a graduate

The Organisation

7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

10. What were the perks on your work placement?

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

• Subsidised Canteen
• Subsidised/Company Gym
• National Travel
• Company Parties/Events
• Working from home

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

Other Information

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

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

★★★★★★☆☆☆☆

Rated 6/10

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

★★★★★★☆☆☆☆

Rated 6/10

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

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?

Loads of events held by the HR in charge of the internship and graduate scheme
Chance to get involved in community and volunteering events at different levels (make a difference day, step into the night, money skill workshop)
Drinks and dinner events organised by your cohort

Review 62/63 for Barclays

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