Insight day Review

by BlackRock

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Rating

4.1/5
  • About You
    4.5
  • The Company
    4.5
  • Everything Else
    3.3

    About You

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy the insight?

    • It was a valuable experience and helped me tremendously.

    4/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued during your time at the company or firm?

    • Everyone was friendly and approachable. I didn't feel like I didn't belong there for even a second.

    5/5
  • 3. How much guidance/support did you receive during the insight?

    • Everyone was willing to help with a smile on their faces.

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

    • Since I am doing a Finance related course, this will help me apply some of my knowledge in a more practical way. I can reflect on questions and relate it to my experience.

    5/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?

    • It was a well planned out day and we followed through the structure and this helped make it seem like there were no errors at all apart from some minor time delays which were not at all inconvenient. there was always something to do which made the day exciting.

    5/5
  • 6. How was the general atmosphere during your insight?

    • We were busy from beginning till end and I enjoyed that fully.

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

    • Since there were too many people, it wasn't exactly a one-on-one experience. Nevertheless, it was a valuable experience.

    4/5
  • 8. To what extent did the insight help you to understand what it would be like to have a full time role with the company or firm?

    • Everything was made very clear in term of prospects and job functions.

    5/5
  • 9. How much did the insight help you in understanding the company culture?

    • It was very evident that the culture was a calm, integrated culture which I enjoyed experiencing.

    5/5
  • 10. How valuable was the content in helping you to decide on your future career path?

    • It opened my eyes and I am very glad that I went for this event as I now know what I want to do.

    5/5

    Everything Else

  • 11. Were you paid or reimbursed adequately for this experience?

    • I have submitted my forms but haven't yet received a response

  • 12. Were there opportunities for networking and meeting other employees of the company or firm?

    • 4/5
  • 13. How were the networking/ social event opportunities?

    • It was good to meet other university students interested in the same career opportunity.

    4/5
  • 14. Did you find out about activities that employees can get involved in outside of work?

    • Not really.

    2/5
  • 15. Would you recommend this insight to a friend?

    • I definitely think it was a good experience and would recommend it to a friend with similar interests.

    4/5
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Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

London

March 2014

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