analyst operation strategy Review

by American Express

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Rating

5/5
  • The Role
    5.0
  • The Company
    5.0
  • The Culture
    5.0

    The Role

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?
  • I really enjoyed my time.

    5/5

  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?
  • I was given a project to work on which will have an impact on the company.

    5/5

  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?
  • I was supported by my manager and team and could constantly ask anyone for help.

    5/5

  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?
  • I was very busy during the scheme but worked normal hours and had the ability to have a work life balance.

    5/5

  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?
  • I worked on a major project and was given the freedom to analysis and provide my recommendation as I wished.

    5/5

  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?
  • These are the following skills that I have developed; confidence, communication, data analysis, critical thinking and team working. All of these skills are essential for my final year of university.

    5/5

    The Company

  • 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?
  • It was very relaxed atmosphere and everyone is very friendly and supportive.

    5/5

  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?
  • It was very organised my project brief was ready when I started the scheme. I was all given overviews by Directors and VPs of all departments in the company which helped provide a holistic understanding of the company.

    5/5

  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
  • We had extensive training during the start of the scheme for skills we would need during the scheme. We also received personal advice and training methods from senior leaders throughout our teams in the overviews.

    5/5

  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?
  • Flexi Time

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop

    Working from home

    5/5

  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?
  • 5/5

    The Culture

  • 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?
  • Yes, colleagues tended to socialises a lot after work.

    5/5

  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?
  • It was quiet expensive being close to London prices.

    5/5

  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?
  • It is very nice as there is a lot to do.

    5/5

  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?
  • Yes, we had a lot of community events and luxuries trips on boats and dinners planned.

    5/5

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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

South East

August 2016


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