Summer Intern Review

by Goldman Sachs Group

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Rating

3.3/5
  • The Role
    3.7
  • The Company
    3.8
  • The Culture
    2.3

    The Role

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

    • Very dynamic learning environment and interesting system with the two rotations. Exceptional people to work with!

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

    • Heavily depends on the people you are working with, but generally a very good collaborative atmosphere

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

    • Heavily depends on the people you are working with, but most people take the time to run you trough things so you can work more efficiently

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

    • With ups and downs, but generally very buys!

    2/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • Got the chance to communicate directly with clients in my first rotation, and take care of part of the process. They are happy to give you responsibility wherever possible, which is extremely rewareding

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

    • Extremely good skillset in terms of time management and communication

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • Depends on the team, but generally very good yet professional

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

    • Apart from some initial tech problems, very well organised and streamlined process.

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

    • 1 week of dedicated training + follow ups during the actual internship. People are also available to sit down and run you through new assignments if you are not familiar with the topic/system being used

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

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Subsidised/Company Gym

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

    • TBD, but generally a good conversion

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • OK, more events would have been a plus, to get to know the class even better

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

    • Central London so generally very expensive

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

    • Limited

    2/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • Volunteering projects available, otherwise unsure

    3/5
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Internship (1 Month+)

London

August 2019

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