Global Markets, Fixed Income- Credit Sales Review

by Nomura

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.4/5
  • About You
    4.6
  • The Company
    4.6
  • Everything Else
    3.9

    About You

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy the insight?
  • It was a really good exposure to the banking world- HR was very good at organising the programme and very approachable. The programme was versatile and allowed me to explore different sections of the bank on my own terms. The activities all targeted different areas of skills which allowed me to see what was required for the job and made me realise that I would very much like to pursue a career in banking.

    5/5

  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued during your time at the company or firm?
  • Very much- I was assigned a buddy who took care of me very well, a manager who was open for any questions I had. The team I worked with all offered me some of their undivided attention,

    4/5

  • 3. How much guidance/support did you receive during the insight?
  • They didn't hold my hand but this was a positive as it allowed me to be independent and manage how much learning I wanted to do. In all it wasa a very good amount of guidance in terms of tips and made me aware of what they expected from me during the internship.

    5/5

  • 4. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and information you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?
  • Networking skills improved massively, and this is something that will be useful throughout my life. Presentation, research, communication and teamwork skills were also developed significantly.

    5/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?
  • Very well balanced between shadowing different people, one to one learning for me is the most effective way to learn, independent learning- through access to online learning platform, workshops and talks.

    5/5

  • 6. How was the general atmosphere during your insight?
  • amazing- the other girls on the internship were so lovely, my team was very welcoming and the HR staff very approachable. I was very well taken care of.

    5/5

  • 7. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
  • The whole internship was directed at my development and learning.

    5/5

  • 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?
  • Very significantly. I did the same hours as the team I was assigned to, I was exposed to several different complications and stress levels and I was invited to meet a client. I experienced a variety of different situations.

    4/5

  • 9. How much did the insight help you in understanding the company culture?
  • A lot- they were very clear about their company ethos and policies and I felt all their employees reflected it throughout the internship.

    5/5

  • 10. How valuable was the content in helping you to decide on your future career path?
  • Very valuable- I was not 100% about banking before I did this internship and now I am sure this career is for me.

    5/5

    Everything Else

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

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

    4/5

  • 13. How were the networking/ social event opportunities?
  • The only suggestion I would have is to not have initial networking during meal times and better vegetarian options (the salad went incredibly quickly)

    4/5

  • 14. Did you find out about activities that employees can get involved in outside of work?
  • yes they told us about the gym but they didn't really stress any company activities such as the charity they support and conferences that were available to us.

    3/5

  • 15. Would you recommend this insight to a friend?
  • yes 100%

    5/5

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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Banking

London

April 2016


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