Summer Analyst - Distribution Review

by Schroders

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Rating

3.8/5
  • The Role
    4.1
  • The Company
    3.7
  • The Culture
    3.5

    The Role

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

    • Great organisation, the culture is really laid back.

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

    • Work was always interesting and challenging, very few administrative tasks.

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

    • There are some true mentors inside Schroders.

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

    • At times could have been busier, but good balance overall.

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

    • Good client exposure from day one.

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

    • Definitely a good practical perspective to add to my studies.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • Fun people and laid back work environment.

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

    • Great exposure to senior management through weekly Lunch&Learn events.

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

    • Soft skills, basic technical training for Investment Management, presentation skills.

    4/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Subsidised/Company Gym

    Company Parties/Events
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Good long-term option.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • Interns were given a budget to organize social events

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

    • London... and bankers.

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

    • London.

    4/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • Played football with colleagues and clients a few times

    4/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

London

September 2012

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