Internship Review at Schroders

The Role

Role Description

Working within the asset management team, conducting portfolio analysis for a wide range of clients. I have also worked in the modelling team, using and developing my own models for the economy.

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

A stimulating job providing exciting opportunities while still maintaining a work/life balance

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

Very welcoming, regular socials - especially early on - helped integrate me fully into the team.

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

With a steady flow of client work in addition to ongoing projects, I was always busy, without often being overly so.

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

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

I comparison to other placements, I was given a lot of responsibility. I had meetings with clients as well as meetings with very senior members of the company.

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

There's no doubt that my 8 weeks at Schroders will help me with me degree as my knowledge of the economy is much greater than it was when I started.

The Organisation

7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

Nice atmosphere, with a good mix of jokes and serious work

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

Very well organised

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

We regularly attended training sessions, not just at the start as is the case with some placements.

10. What were the perks on your work placement?

★★★★☆☆☆☆☆☆

Rated 4/10

• Sports and Social Club

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

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

I would love to work for Schroders in the future and see it as the perfect place to start and further my career

Other Information

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

People often went out for drinks after work (sometimes too often!) however there was never any pressure to join in if you didn't want to. We had some organised social events such as sporting events and wine tasting which all added to the general experience.

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

★★☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆

Rated 2/10

Very expensive, however colleages were very good with supplying the interns with drinks.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

Central London, doesn't get much better!

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

Wine tasting, sports teams, attending sports events to name a few.

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?

A great placement!

Review 17/25 for Schroders

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