2022 Fidelity Spring Insight Programme Review

by Fidelity International

Rating

4.8/5
  • Skills
    4.8
  • Business Insight
    4.7
  • Culture
    4.7
  • Your Impressions
    5.0

    Overview

  • 1. Please give an overview of the insight and what was involved on a day-to-day basis.

    • The programme includes activities which range from informational sessions and skills workshops to business challenges and stock picking. Gained insight into Fidelity from presentations and networking sessions with professionals. We also learnt knowledge about Equity Research, Fixed Income and Multi Asset. Presented on 3 case studies which strengthened research ability and enhanced presentation skills. Learnt investment related skills - modelling, valuations, Excel, PowerPoint etc on Financial Edge.

    Skills

  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

    • Yes, I learnt more about presentation skills, as well as many new technical knowledge. We also carry on continuous learning with Financial Edge after the 3 days, which allow us to self-learn investment related skills - modelling, valuations, Excel, PowerPoint etc.

  • How would you rate the training provided during your experience?

    • 5/5
  • How would you rate the knowledge learned around industry-specific skills during the experience?

    • 5/5
  • How would you rate the knowledge learned around personal or professional skills during the experience?

    • 4/5
  • Please rate how the knowledge learned has helped you with regards to your career development

    • 5/5

    Business Insight

  • 3. What was it like understanding all about the business and potential roles available?

    • We gained broad exposure to the different roles at Fidelity through Business Overviews and presentations on specific roles by professionals. It was great to hear that graduates can have rotations within the firm which allow them to try out different roles.

  • Please rate how insightful you found the insight

    • 5/5
  • How would you rate the structure of the insight

    • 5/5
  • How would you rate business leader involvement during the insight

    • 4/5

    Culture

  • 4. What was the company culture and general atmosphere like?

    • The company has a family-like culture. Everyone is valued here. The atmosphere is that everyone is very supportive and encouraging, as well as being much more flexible and understanding.

  • How would you rate the inclusiveness of the culture?

    • 5/5
  • How would you rate the networking opportunities?

    • 5/5
  • Please rate how valued you felt during your insight?

    • 4/5

    Your Impressions

  • 5. To what extent did you enjoy the insight?

    • I enjoyed the insight very much. I learnt a lot about the company structure, culture and career opportunities. I also learnt a lot more technical knowledge. I love working with different people in small groups to create 3 presentations in each day of the 3-day programme. Great experience!!

  • Please rate your level of enjoyment on the insight

    • 5/5
  • Please rate how your experience met your expectations

    • 5/5
  • Please rate the future employment prospects at Fidelity International

    • 5/5
  • 7. Would you recommend Fidelity International to a friend?

    • Yes

  • 8. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Fidelity International

    • Be genuine and be yourself. Check their website and look at their values to see if you are a good fit at the company. Lastly, pay attention to details when doing the online tests.

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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Banking, Investment Banking

London

April 2022

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