Spring Week Front Office Intern Review

by Barclays

Best Student Employer

This review was submitted over 4 years ago, so some of the information it contains may no longer be relevant.

Rating

5/5
  • The Role
    5.0
  • The Company
    5.0
  • The Culture
    5.0

    The Role

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

    • It was extremely informative and rewarding, particularly the shadowing.

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

    • Everybody was so welcoming and happy to share their expertise and knowledge in order to help us.

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

    • They were there every step of the way

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

    • I had a great balance of being able to be involved with work but at the same time I never felt that there was a surplus in any way.

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

    • Each of us was very involved in our own particular area of work.

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

    • The skills I picked up were not only valuable in application to investment banking, but also skills I will use in all aspects of life. These skills would include professionalism and team skills to name a few.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • I thoroughly enjoyed every task handed out.

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

    • The organisation was outstanding, each day was planned out.

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

    • Numerous speakers were called in to enhance our development.

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

    • Subsidised Canteen

    International Travel

    Financial Bonus

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

    • I was offered a summer placement, which could potentially lead to a job.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Everybody got on well implying a good social scene outside work.

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

    • Not so substantial since there was ample subsidisation.

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

    • Numerous bars in the area.

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

    • Numerous opportunities are provided by the firm.

    5/5
    Report this review

Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Investment Banking

London

October 2012

View More Reviews