Equity research associate Review

by Barclays

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.3/5
  • The Role
    4.5
  • The Company
    4.4
  • The Culture
    3.9

    The Role

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

    • This does not mean I had fun all the time; there were very tough days (many of them). But in the sense that I was interested in learning I enjoyed event the tough days.

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

    • Highly valued.

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

    • Adequate guidance.

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

    • Very busy, but I liked that.

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

    • The amount of responsibility was in line with the position I was occupying.

    4/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • Best learning experience I ever had.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Serious, but with time for some fun as well.

    4/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • Well organized.

    4/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • Good investment.

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

    • Financial Bonus

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

    • I got the job I wanted.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Yes, the social scene was very good.

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

    • Not exactly cheap but ok.

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

    • Not the best, but ok for after-work drinks.

    4/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • Some opportunities.

    4/5
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London

September 2011

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