Investment Banking Spring Intern Review

by Goldman Sachs Group

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Rating

4.8/5
  • About You
    4.9
  • The Company
    4.8
  • Everything Else
    4.6

    About You

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy the insight?
  • Amazing experience! You learn so much every single day and the people around you are extremely smart and talented, both employees and fellow interns.Absolutely recommended to everyone who wants to get an insight into Investment Banking in one of the most successful and highly reputed firms in the financial industry.

    5/5

  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued during your time at the company or firm?
  • The experience truly shows what it means to be an employee at the firm. Hence you feel valued and you really get to feel like you are part of the firm. Also, the employees at the firm value you a lot as an intern and they absolutely do consider you an important part of the firm.

    5/5

  • 3. How much guidance/support did you receive during the insight?
  • The people are very nice and there is a big network you can rely on in case you have any questions and doubts. Everyone around you wants to make you feel as comfortable as possible and people make sure you are enjoying the experience at all times during the programme.

    5/5

  • 4. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and information you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?
  • The firm really does invest a lot in teaching its employees and developing their skills, both soft and technical. I learned things that will absolutely stay with me for the rest of my life and assist me in both my academic and professional life in whatever job I will take on.

    5/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?
  • The program is highly structured and every single activity is meant to teach you something new. Every day is very challenging as there are a lot of activities and you are always busy doing something. Furthermore, the program is structured in a way that gives exposure to various parts of the firm so you learn as much as possible.

    5/5

  • 6. How was the general atmosphere during your insight?
  • Everyone was collaborative and very nice. Employees were available in meeting with interns and talk them through what working at the firm is actually like. The atmosphere among interns was very relaxed and we got to know each other very well and create meaningful connections that I am sure will last for a long time.

    5/5

  • 7. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
  • The firm definitely invested a lot and they really wanted to make sure we would enjoy the programme.

    5/5

  • 8. To what extent did the insight help you to understand what it would be like to have a full time role with the company or firm?
  • A lot - you get to talk to many employees and that is very helpful when it comes to this.

    5/5

  • 9. How much did the insight help you in understanding the company culture?
  • Talking to people is crucial with regards to this, and you will have many chances to do so during your insight.

    5/5

  • 10. How valuable was the content in helping you to decide on your future career path?
  • Very valuable. Absolutely made me even more interested in the industry.

    5/5

    Everything Else

  • 11. Were you paid or reimbursed adequately for this experience?

  • 12. Were there opportunities for networking and meeting other employees of the company or firm?
  • Yes, many opportunities!

    5/5

  • 13. How were the networking/ social event opportunities?
  • Very nice and useful. People are very friendly!

    5/5

  • 14. Did you find out about activities that employees can get involved in outside of work?
  • Yes.

    4/5

  • 15. Would you recommend this insight to a friend?
  • Absolutely yes!

    5/5

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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

International

April 2018


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