Internship Review at Barclays - The Wealth and Investment Management Division

The Role

Role Description

Assisting the private bankers with their day-to-day interactions with clients. This included direct correspondance with clients, general administration as well as any research required by the private banker or client. Invited to attend and contribute in client meetings and to assist in both the preparation and follow-up of such meetings.

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

Enjoyed myself immensely. The team I worke with were approachable, supportive and mote than prepared to answer any of my questions. I was given enough responsibility to feel like I wa contributing to my teams work but not so much that it was daunting.

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

Constant support by all of my team.

4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

Got better as I began to learn the ropes and was capable of being given more work.

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

★★★★★★☆☆☆☆

Rated 6/10

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

Time management and being prepared to find help instead of waiting for it to find you will help me immensely with my studies.

The Organisation

7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

★★★★★★☆☆☆☆

Rated 6/10

Great balance of work and play.

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

Lots of fantastic training and events. My team were well prepared for my arrival.

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

10. What were the perks on your work placement?

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

• Subsidised/Company Gym
• Company Parties/Events

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

Start July 2011 and can't wait.

Other Information

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

Perfect balance if social life. Made several life long friends.

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

★★★☆☆☆☆☆☆☆

Rated 3/10

Canary wharf is very expensive. But to be expected.

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

Brilliant nights out!

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

★★★★★☆☆☆☆☆

Rated 5/10

Nothing organised by barclays but the interns organised several sporting events.

Review 10/16 for Barclays - The Wealth and Investment Management Division

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