Summer Analyst Review

Role involved a range of daily tasks, including attending meetings, developing training, drafting reports and memos, as well as longer term projects including a presentation and contributing towards larger team-wide tasks. Interacting with the business within a coverage role and internally within LCD in a central role.

Developed understanding of the industry and how to conduct myself professionally and confidently. Improved communication skills (in person, over the phone/Zoom, written and email communication). Developed proficiency in Excel and Powerpoint.

A good level of meaningful work provided, seems that it depended largely on whether managers felt confident in your capabilities. I was often given lots of autonomy over my work and left to get-on with tasks independently, but with plenty of support. Was brought into larger projects across teams which gave meaningful exposure to the business.

Provided a clear line manager within each rotation and a wider support team to work with. MDs and senior managers were all extremely generous with their time, often reaching out for 1on1 time. A buddy system established with graduates and mentor scheme with an independent employee in a separate team. Generally very supportive and plenty of guidance throughout the scheme.

Overall, a very impressive company culture and interns are treated extremely well. Plenty of networking opportunities and a genuine enthusiasm to help us feel involved in the company. Plenty of diversity and charity initiatives. Internship was mostly online due to Covid so socialising opportunities were limited, although all employees were very friendly when we were able to visit the office.

I thoroughly enjoyed the internship all round. It was a great opportunity to develop my skills and gain exposure to the financial industry, and Morgan Stanley is an excellent company to train with. Their development programme is excellent and they really invest in their employees. The culture is fantastic - both inclusive and hardworking - and they reward staff generously.

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Understand what it is about Morgan Stanley's culture that differentiates it from the other big banks, like Goldman Sachs or JP Morgan. Morgan Stanley have a distinct culture and take their values very seriously, so understanding these is crucial.