Analyst Review
by Barclays
This review was submitted over 4 years ago, so some of the information it contains may no longer be relevant.
Rating
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The Role
4.4
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The Company
4.8
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The Culture
4.8
- 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?
- 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?
- 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?
- 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?
- 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?
- 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?
- 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?
- 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?
- 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
- 10. What were the perks on your work placement?
- 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?
- 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?
- 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?
- 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?
- 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?
The Role
I truly enjoyed my 10 week internship at Barclays
The members of my department were extremely happy with the work that I completed for the department. My colleagues made me feel like I had made a real difference during my time there.
My manager mostly left me to my own devices but I felt comfortable to approach both my manager and buddy if I had any questions. My first week I would have liked a little more support but understand my manager was testing me by throwing me in at the deep end.
I was not given any day to day tasks and the work I completed was entirely on my own projects and projects for the department. At times I found myself reliant on others for the information I needed and sometimes found it difficult to get the time I needed to speak to individuals as everyone is extremely busy. Due to this there was times where I couldn't move forward with any of my work.
I was given some big responsibilities with some of the projects that I was involved in and it was very good to lend a hand in something that was going to make a real and lasting difference to both my department and the company. Having some day to day tasks would have been a good addition though so that I could help take some of the workload off of my team.
The most valuable skills that I built on during my time at Barclay's were soft skills. Particularly, I strengthened my time management, people management and project management skills.
The Company
At times everyone was too focused on completing their work to take part in any activities or chat. However, I had a few nights out with the members of my office which was a good opportunity to get to know everyone a little better. I also got involved in some activities within the office such as charity events.
My internship was very well structured and my manager had already set up my tasks before I had started. I attended various learning sessions during my 10 weeks, these sessions gave various information about the company, departments and the type of individual that Barclay's would look to hire.
My first week consisted on an initial training programme, which involved financial products. Also I had to complete 20 hours of online tuition prior to my start date. As mentioned above I also attended various other development sessions over my 10 weeks.
Subsidised Canteen
Financial Bonus
Above 25 days holiday
Healthcare from home
I have already been offered a place on the graduate programme for when I have completed my degree.
The Culture
Yes, the other interns and I all became very good friends.
Glasgow has an excellent nightlife!
Details
Internship (1 Month+)
Investment Banking
Scotland
September 2011
