Summer Analyst Review

by Royal Bank of Canada

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Rating

3.8/5
  • The Role
    4.2
  • The Company
    3.2
  • The Culture
    3.9

    The Role

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

    • The placement was highly insightful, I was given access to a wide range of employees whom I could learn from and get a feel for the business. I had a wide variety of tasks to complete and felt as though despite the short time there I could leave a real impact.

    4/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • Working in a small team of six I was able to forge a close bond with them, I am still in touch with them after my internship and look forward to meeting them again soon! I was particularly impressed with the candid feedback I received from everyone I asked, allowing me to develop myself.

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

    • I had a direct manager whom I could liaise with should I ever need support, in addition I had a dedicated buddy who I could turn to if I had questions that perhaps weren't appropriate for my manager. Failing that I'm sure anyone in the office would be open to answering my questions.

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

    • There were times at the start of the internship that were a little quiet however this was to be expected. After the first couple weeks I had a consistent stream of work that I was free to use my own initiative to manage. Work hours for me were roughly nine to five but your results may vary.

    4/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • I was given plenty of responsibility on tasks that had a real impact on those around me, I left RBC leaving a real impact that hopefully will last for a long time! You will be given responsibility in line with your ability to take it on and placed according to your strengths so there is no need to fret.

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

    • I had the opportunity to work with many tools and technologies that I previously had no experience with, I'm sure I'll use these in my future career and will be of benefit where ever I go. The business awareness you will develop by having access to almost anyone in the bank is of great benefit too.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • 3/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

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

    • 3/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Company Parties/Events

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • 4/5

    The Culture

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

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

    • 2/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

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

    • 4/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

London

October 2018

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