Summer Analyst ECM Review

by Bank of America

Best Student Employer

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Rating

3.6/5
  • The Role
    3.9
  • The Company
    4.1
  • The Culture
    2.4

    The Role

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

    • Great People, very interesting job.

    4/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • Really good people, but of course, you're the intern.

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

    • Good support, buddies, mentors and always available to talk.

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

    • It depended a lot on the day. Sometimes few work, sometimes too much, generally balanced.

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

    • Responsibility on single tasks, no large responsibilities though (I suppose it is natural)

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

    • A lot to learn!

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • Serious when necessary, but loads of laughts and confortable context.

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

    • Very Good. A few more social events would've been great.

    4/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • One whole week of training with specialists, on the job training and teach-ins with several product specialists. Also regular conferences to know other divisions.

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

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Company Car

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Company Parties/Events

    Healthcare from home
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Between 50/75% take-up.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • Good relationships with all other interns and colleagues. Drinks with team once in a while.

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

    • City of London is what it is...

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

    • Didn't really go out around the office, but don't think there's much activity at night.

    1/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • Average. Some events, some drinks, not loads.

    3/5
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Internship (1 Month+)

London

August 2012

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