Financial Management Summer Associate Review

by Citi

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Rating

3.9/5
  • The Role
    4.1
  • The Company
    3.8
  • The Culture
    3.8

    The Role

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

    • I feel that the program is really well structured and valued inside the company. There are several events for interns and a lot of exposure to senior leaders. Also, I feel that the projects are well tailored for our capabilities and that the leaders know how to develop an intern.

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

    • Given it is a different industry and function, the learning curve may be considerably steep. However my colleagues try not only to teach me but to challenge me to give my point on view on the debated topics. Coming with a previous experience, I feel that I could contribute more, however the new function per se is already challenging.

    4/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • My leader is very supportive and knowledgeable. Also, very respect among his/her peers. He/she has been patient with my learning curve, but also making sure I feel comfortable with my workload and specifics of my function. I believe that the fact that I have a leader who are used to have summer interns has been key to my positive experience.

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

    • I feel that I could be doing more at my internship. Even though the tasks are challenging, I believe that I could be working in more than one at the same time. I feel that part of it is because I am halfway through my internship so I am still not overloaded with work.

    3/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • I have enough autonomy to discuss with anyone I feel reasonable and also to conduct my projects by myself. The amount of responsibility I've been given is limited only due to my knowledge of the industry/function, besides that I feel free to own my tasks and do them however I feel proper.

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

    • I feel that a lot of the skills I've developed are related to the industry and the function, that are both new to me. That is important given I feel that communication, presenting, and etc can be developed later, but only if I have a good understanding of my job.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Good atmosphere but teams work in silos.

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

    • Perfectly organized. All was setup before my arrival.

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

    • There was a lot of session with senior leaders, however I would have enjoyed some technical training about the different areas and tasks in my function.

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

    • Company Parties/Events
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • The program is well structured and recognized in the firm and it also presents good opportunities for a career. So I believe it is appealing to come back if possible.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • There were considerable events for interns, however they were all mixed together, while I think that it would make sense to separate them on Analysts and Associate levels, due to big differences in the career stage.

    4/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • London is expensive by itself so you need to check where are you going to avoid surprises. Given that, it is possible to live and socialise with a relative normal budget.

    3/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • The nightlife in London is amazing and diverse. You can find whatever you want everyday with different price ranges.

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

    • Yes, the work hours are reasonable in my function so I get the time to enjoy the summer after work.

    5/5
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Internship (1 Month+)

London

July 2019

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