Compliance Summer Intern Review

by Barclays

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.1/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    4.6
  • The Culture
    3.3

    The Role

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?
  • Thoroughly enjoyable internship, with team members offering regular exposure to the real-world work that they carry out. Alongside the work on the desk, there are also frequent opportunities to meet with Barclays employees from across the bank.

    5/5

  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?
  • The whole team were incredibly friendly throughout the internship - even people who aren't on your team are willing to offer you help or guidance.

    5/5

  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?
  • Line managers, graduate buddies and mentors are all very supportive and offer regular tips and advice to help the intern get the most out of their time at Barclays.

    4/5

  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?
  • There's a great balance between working on the desk and being given opportunities to meet with people from outside of your team. Your time is really what you make of it, if you're proactive about meeting people you'll find your calendar soon fills up!

    4/5

  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?
  • Colleagues offer great opportunities to learn and then take on responsibility. This is done in a way which offers challenge whilst ensuring that the work doesn't become overwhelming.

    4/5

  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?
  • The skills gained and developed during the Barclays internship will be invaluable both back at university and beyond. Whether it be soft skills, such as networking, or a keen analytical eye, these skills are sure to stand you in good stead in future.

    5/5

    The Company

  • 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?
  • The atmosphere was far more laid back than I had expected when coming into the office. People are happy to share a joke whilst also making sure that the work gets done.

    5/5

  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?
  • The organisation of the internship was fantastic, with regular events and development opportunities organised alongside the work done with your team.

    5/5

  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
  • A plethora of personal training and development opportunities are offered throughout the internship, both formal and informal which are offered by people within, and outside of, Barclays.

    5/5

  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?
  • Subsidised Canteen

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    National Travel

    Company Parties/Events

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop

    5/5

  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?
  • There are a wide range of opportunities on offer with Barclays and interns are presented with the opportunity to gain a place on the graduate scheme if they perform well.

    4/5

    The Culture

  • 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?
  • Interns regularly go for lunch and after-work drinks which can be a good opportunity to share experiences and hear about the work that others are carrying out.

    4/5

  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?
  • As with anywhere in London, living and socialising in Canary Wharf isn't cheap! However, the internship is well paid meaning you can afford to live and socialise in the area.

    1/5

  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?
  • As with anywhere in London, there are good opportunities to enjoy the nightlife.

    4/5

  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?
  • Barclays offers a host of activities, but interns are also keen to do things amongst themselves outside of work.

    4/5

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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Commercial Banking, Investment Banking

London

July 2019


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