Global Technology - Business Analyst Review

by Barclays

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.2/5
  • The Role
    4.1
  • The Company
    4.3
  • The Culture
    4.1

    The Role

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

    • I really enjoyed it. The opportunity was fantastic.

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

    • I was welcomed immediately by my team and other colleagues.

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

    • I had weekly meetings with my manager regarding progress and they were available at any time with questions I had.

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

    • This varied from day to day but overall I had enough to keep me challenged without being too overwhelmed.

    4/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • I was given an important task and for 2 of the weeks I had to help look after things while some other team members were on annual leave. However, I still received support during this time.

    3/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • The responsibility allowed me to learn new leadership skills as well as further technology skills.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • My area was very busy all the time with things constantly being done. I enjoyed this atmosphere.

    4/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • Very well organised. We received regular meetings on progress, appraisals and organised social events.

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

    • We had regular training sessions throughout as well as a week of training Classes in our first week.

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

    • Financial Bonus

    Company Parties/Events
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I was offered a job with them for when I leave university and I have accepted.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • The other interns and staff were very social and we would go out regularly for a catch up.

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

    • Around average but people recommend different places.

    4/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Plently of pubs and clubs in Glasgow where I was based.

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

    • There were opportunities for volunteering.

    3/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Scotland

November 2013

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