Summer Analyst Review

by Bank of America

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.6/5
  • The Role
    4.8
  • The Company
    4.8
  • The Culture
    4.0

    The Role

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?
  • The internship was stimulating and challenging, having worked at other banks I can say with confidence that BAML is one of the best in the way it treats its staff, including interns.

    5/5

  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?
  • My team were excellent and supportive.

    5/5

  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?
  • The level of support and advice I was given by members of the business throughout the bank was outstanding.

    5/5

  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?
  • The work balance was great, I like to be stretched and I was

    5/5

  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?
  • For an intern I was given a great deal of responsibility. It is all about proving yourself, if you are capable responsibility will follow.

    4/5

  • 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 gained during my internship have set me up for my future career.

    5/5

    The Company

  • 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?
  • The atmosphere at BAML is fantastic and stimulating.

    5/5

  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?
  • HR and the business did an excellent job as far as organisation is concerned.

    5/5

  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
  • If you need it you've got it. Simple as.

    5/5

  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?
  • Subsidised Canteen

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    International Travel

    Company Parties/Events

    5/5

  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?
  • I singed my contract on the last day of the internship and start this coming summer.

    5/5

    The Culture

  • 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?
  • There was often evening event, both formal and informal

    5/5

  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?
  • London is expensive, but you are paid.

    2/5

  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?
  • Central London is a great place to go out at night.

    5/5

  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?
  • From runs, to rugby, to roof top drinks.

    4/5

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Investment Banking, Banking

London

November 2013


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