Summer Analyst Review

by Goldman Sachs Group

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Rating

4.6/5
  • The Role
    4.8
  • The Company
    4.5
  • The Culture
    4.4

    The Role

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

    • The placement was an eye opener for technology in the finance industry.

    5/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • My colleagues valued my inputs to the standing issues and let me have near complete ownership over my project.

    5/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • The manager was perhaps the best support in my experience and really helped me grow and learn more in my short time.

    5/5
  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

    • The usual work hours are 9-6, but honestly it's more about getting your work done and supporting the team whenever possible.

    4/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • I had near complete ownership of my project. As part of a team of 4 interns, we started from zero and finally deployed a software product and presented to the global team.

    5/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • I have learnt a lot about production ready JS testing, how software QA is done in large organisation and production management.

    5/5

    The Company

  • 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

    • People are very friendly and helpful. GS values teamwork above most things. Everyone has a 'can-do' attitude.

    5/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • Nearly perfect. The interviews, offers, initial training, introduction, regular networking sessions and community team work were handled very professionally.

    5/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • GS is particularly good at this during the placement. You appreciate all the trainings you have near the end when you realise you've truly changed how you work and behave in a productive environment.

    5/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Financial Bonus

    Company Parties/Events

    Healthcare/Dental
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • One sentence - If you are offered a grad job in GS technology, take it!

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • The other interns were really friendly and like minded. They motivate you to do even better at GS.

    5/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • London is not cheap! Specially when you're still a student. Make sure to save up some money for next year.

    4/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Probably the best nightlife in the UK!

    5/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • You get to do a mandatory community work. It's a lot of fun, outdoors (generally) and get to spend a day helping others (usually charities).

    4/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

London

August 2016

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