Technology Summer Analyst Review

by Morgan Stanley

Rating

4.8/5
  • Skills
    4.8
  • Responsibilities
    4.0
  • Support & Guidance
    4.5
  • Culture
    5.0
  • Your Impressions
    5.0

    Overview

  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis.
  • You will be assigned with a project that you can work on. You will have daily catchup with your teammates to update what you have done and get the direction for new work. Besides that we also have various activities to attend like talks from senior people, networking events with people that have same background, intern trading competitions, volunteering work at felix project ( there are also a lot of other volunteering opportunites) ,foosball competition etc. I would say that's pretty fun


    Skills

  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills, or developed your existing skills?
  • Absolutely, during my summer internship, I had the fantastic opportunity to both acquire new skills and enhance existing ones. I significantly deepened my proficiency in Python, gaining valuable experience in various aspects of programming, data analysis, and scripting. Additionally, I honed my mathematical modeling skills, effectively applying them to real-world scenarios within the projects I was involved in. Overall, the internship has been instrumental in advancing my capabilities in both Python programming and mathematical modeling.


  • How would you rate the training provided during your experience?
  • 5/5

  • How would you rate your development of industry-specific skills during the experience?
  • 5/5

  • How would you rate your development of personal / soft skills during the experience?
  • 5/5

  • Please rate how these skills have helped you in your career development
  • 4/5

    Responsibilities

  • 3. Were you given much responsibility during your placement / internship?
  • Of course, I was entrusted with a significant amount of responsibility during my summer internship. I was fortunate to work on a projects that my team values, collaborate with team members in various places, and make decisions that directly contributed to the team's objectives. This experience allowed me to not only learn but also showcase my skills and take ownership of important tasks.


  • Please rate how meaningful the work you were doing was
  • 4/5

    Support & Guidance

  • 4. How much support and guidance did you receive during your placement / internship?
  • Yes, I received substantial support and guidance throughout my psummerinternship. My supervisor and buddy were incredibly helpful in providing direction, answering questions, and offering valuable insights that greatly contributed to my learning and success during this experience. In addition to that the intern cohort is very supportive


  • How would you rate the support and guidance from your line manager?
  • 5/5

  • How would you rate the support and guidance from the wider team?
  • 4/5

    Culture

  • 5. What was the company culture and general atmosphere like?
  • The vibe at the company was incredibly friendly and welcoming. From day one, I felt like I was part of a big, supportive family. The atmosphere was all about collaboration and teamwork – everyone was genuinely interested in helping each other succeed. One thing I truly appreciated was how much the company encouraged different ideas. There was a sense that every voice mattered, no matter your role or experience level. It was refreshing to see my suggestions and viewpoints taken seriously.


  • How would you rate the inclusiveness of the culture?
  • 5/5

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

  • How would you rate the diversity initiatives?
  • 5/5

  • How would you rate the charity, sustainability and corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives?
  • 5/5

    Your Impressions

  • 6. To what extent did you enjoy your placement / internship?
  • I thoroughly enjoyed my internship experience. It was incredibly fulfilling as I delved into computer science skills, enhancing my technical prowess significantly. Additionally, I gained invaluable soft skills, including effective networking and seamless team collaboration, which will undoubtedly benefit my future endeavors. Moreover, I had the opportunity to familiarize myself with financial terminology, adding a new layer to my skill set. Overall, the experience was beyond gratifying, enriching both my professional and personal growth in ways that exceeded my expectations.


  • Please rate your level of enjoyment on your placement / internship
  • 5/5

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

  • Please rate the future employment prospects at Morgan Stanley
  • 5/5

  • 7. Would you recommend Morgan Stanley to a friend?
  • Yes


  • 8. What advice would you give to others applying to Morgan Stanley
  • When applying to Morgan Stanley, my advice would be to embrace a proactive attitude towards learning, as the financial industry is ever-evolving. Demonstrating adaptability and quick adjustment to the dynamic environment will set you apart. Authenticity is key—be true to yourself, your skills, and your goals. Also, foster a cooperative mindset, valuing teamwork and effective collaboration. By embodying these qualities, you'll not only align with Morgan Stanley's culture but also contribute meaningfully to its success.


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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Information Technology

London

August 2023


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