Spring Insight Programme Review

by Morgan Stanley

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Rating

4.4/5
  • The Role
    4.5
  • The Company
    4.7
  • The Culture
    3.8

    The Role

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

    • I found the week incredibly informative and interactive.

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

    • The business representatives were happy to answer any questions and discuss their experience at Morgan Stanley.

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

    • The idea of having programme deans was very useful in terms of guidance throughout the week and answering any queries.

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

    • The days were very long and busy, but this is something that I found enjoyable and reflective of the culture of Morgan Stanley.

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

    • We took part in several interactive sessions and created group presentations, which allowed me to take on responsibility throughout the week.

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

    • The week was a great insight into banking and Morgan Stanley, and what I learned is invaluable.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • It was an enjoyable atmosphere with everyone working hard and learning a lot.

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

    • There were no organisational problems at all, and I was really impressed with the time business representatives took out of their busy days to give presentations or for work shadowing.

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

    • The entire week was about the intellectual and personal development of the interns.

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

    • Subsidised Canteen

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

    • I would definitely apply here for a summer internship.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • The group presentations were a good chance to mingle outside of working hours and go out for dinner, etc.

    3/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • London is a very expensive city, however, Morgan Stanley subsidised all travel and lunches.

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

    • London has a great nightlife, and there was a networking dinner on the Thursday which was fantastic.

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

    • There were opportunities to meet up with business representatives for work shadowing after the day ended, however, the days were quite long and this was limited.

    4/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Investment Banking

London

May 2012

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