Operations Analyst Intern Review

by Barclays

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.5/5
  • The Role
    4.8
  • The Company
    4.2
  • The Culture
    4.4

    The Role

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

    • I gained great exposure to operations area of the investment bank. I was always kept busy but never out of my capabilities. I learned loads about the business and developed my Skills greatly.

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

    • I was welcomed into the team and made to feel a part. The work I was given was important to the business meaning thatni was contributing and not just doing it for the ale of being kept busy.

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

    • I had a buddy who I worked will on a daily basis and I met my manager every week for a catch. However I could ask anyone anything at any time and they were always happy to help.

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

    • I had objectives and daily tasks to be getting on with so I never really had time Doing nothing.

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

    • Once I had learned the ropes I was left with tasks to Complete on my own. I also undertook my own project that was completely mine and seen through from start to finish.

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

    • Not only did I learn about the business I develop skills in excel, communication skills including presentation skills, networking and organisational skills. I also developed myself as a person learning more about me and how I cope with working life.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Very energetic and busy office. There was good morale .

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

    • It was the first time in Glasgow so there is room for improvement however the workload was well thought out and some activities where planned for us as a group. There could be some More though.

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

    • Time was taken in pre-learning, the induction week in London and ongoing throughout the summer. As each department is different there is no structure however there was loads of support to ensure I knew what I was doing and that I had grasped the necessities.

    4/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    National Travel

    Company Parties/Events
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I have accepted the offer to go onto the grad scheme once my degree is finished next year

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • The group of interns felled really well and we found ourselves socialising regularly.

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

    • Compared to London - value for money! As I study in Glasgow there was no change to where I lived etc.

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

    • Glasgow is a great night out!!

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

    • We took part in a treasure hunt ran by the events team and. Volunteer day!

    4/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Scotland

September 2011

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