Placement Year Review at Morgan Stanley

The Role

Role Description

I worked in the Trade Support team, making deal amendments and balancing positions.

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

Very enjoyable and worthwhile. Hard work but rewarding.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

Colleagues were brilliant, always helpful and approachable.

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

Very good guidance, had regular meetings to catch us and reflect on progress.

4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

Some days were busier than others, but generally a good balance.

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

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

Given responsibility to carry out important tasks.

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

Great to get practical experience, which will be invaluable in my studies.

The Organisation

7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

Friendly and lively.

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

Well organised, had a training plan from Day One.

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

Put through several training courses and received in team training on performing tasks also.

10. What were the perks on your work placement?

★★★★☆☆☆☆☆☆

Rated 4/10

• Subsidised Canteen
• Subsidised/Company Gym

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

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

Offers haven't been made to interns yet, but mobility within the firm is excellent if you get in.

Other Information

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

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

Good camaraderie between interns, had lunch together most days and regular nights out after work on Fridays.

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

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

Glasgow is relatively cheap compared to London or other big cities.

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

Excellent nightlife, spoilt for choice!

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

★★★★☆☆☆☆☆☆

Rated 4/10

There were a few but you have to seek them yourself.

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?

Very valuable experience, and a great employer!

Review 214/214 for Morgan Stanley

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