NA Review

by Barclays

Best Student Employer

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Rating

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

    About You

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy the insight?

    • The insight was very fruitful as all the 7 functions were introduced to us in detail. Also, the shadowing session was really helpful since we got to ask many questions.

    5/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued during your time at the company or firm?

    • Each session such as insight and networking gave us the chance to listen to current staff and even senior members which was really helpful.

    5/5
  • 3. How much guidance/support did you receive during the insight?

    • All the presenters, graduates and seniors and networking are very helpful and the graduates I shadowed demonstrated many aspects of their work.

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

    • Though the information might not have immediate influence on my performan at the school, it helped me developed an overall picture of the financial sector which should eventually be useful to my study and work.

    4/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?

    • Insights from all the functions intertwined with networking allowed me to stay interested.

    5/5
  • 6. How was the general atmosphere during your insight?

    • The atmosphere was slightly competitive since everyone srtived to show the best side of theirs but in general most of them were really nice and helpful.

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

    • Many senior were invited to give talks or network which was very precious resource.

    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?

    • The shadowing allowed me to visit the working area and experience the atmosphere of different functions.

    5/5
  • 9. How much did the insight help you in understanding the company culture?

    • The activity planned by HR graduates was a good demonstration of Barclays' core values. In addition, during shadowing, all the staff were really nice and patient to me so I got to feel the friendly atmosphere.

    5/5
  • 10. How valuable was the content in helping you to decide on your future career path?

    • The content allowed me to have a basic understanding of all the functions and during networking I raised questions that really concerned me and the answers helped to build up a clearer picture.

    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?

    • Many useful networking opportunities.

    5/5
  • 13. How were the networking/ social event opportunities?

    • There are people from a range of functions and current positions who provided insights from different perspectives.

    5/5
  • 14. Did you find out about activities that employees can get involved in outside of work?

    • Many mentioned studying for the qualification and the gym.

    4/5
  • 15. Would you recommend this insight to a friend?

    • Definitely. It was very useful.

    5/5
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Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Retail Banking

London

April 2018

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