analyst Review

Unfortunately a mixed bag. I got an international travel opportunity which was fantastic although I felt that in the UK, the projects I was assigned to did not take off (not my own fault). This led to me being assigned dull, meaningless work that was often not used by colleagues. I don't really feel that I owned an important task or was given real or meaningful responsibility at any point except during the last month.

It depends on the project. My managers often didn't have time for any of their junior staff members and this is not uncommon. I know many other employees who were fed up and felt the same way. I think junior employees (consultants) that you work with will be more receptive, communicative and friendly. Managers sometimes don't feel they need to say hello to people or thank them for their contribution.

Depends on the project. I was largely left to my own devices as managers were unable to find meaningful work for me due to circumstances within the project. They were often so busy that they didn't have time to support their junior colleagues, if they could be bothered at all. However, I had one project that was extremely positive and this wasn't the case.

Some and some. Towards the end, I worked productively and was occupied throughout the day. There were extensive periods where there was no meaningful work for me to do. At other times, I was expected to work past 10pm.

Overall, I was not given enough responsibility, chances to prove myself or meaningful tasks.

I don't feel that I have learned enough industry specific skills that will help me in later life. I developed my skills in things like powerpoint, excel etc. I feel very confident in working in an office environment and working with different groups of people. My CV looks fantastic and I don't anticipate that I will have a problem getting a job in another company.

Depends on the different projects and the people you work with. For the majority of the placement, there was no chat or office banter in your day to day routine which makes the whole thing very unpleasant and stressful. In one project, everyone was always having a laugh and it made the day go a lot faster.

No strong feelings either way.

One week of training where we presented a business improvement proposition to the head of a breakfast foods company. I thoroughly enjoyed this and it was very worthwhile. There was no other personal training or development, except online training modules which were impersonal and a waste of time.

They offer most interns a full time position after graduation. In terms of career progression, you can get very high very quickly if you are good. That said, it can be ruthless and if your manager doesn't like you it can ruin your career very quickly. If you are willing to work extremely hard and long hours, you will earn a high salary and be working at quite a high level at a relatively young age.

Poor as most people are based on out of town projects and working ridiculous hours. When they get to the weekend, people don't want to socialise with colleagues. Team members never go for a pint with lunch or drinks after work. It just isn't part of the culture.

Depends on what you are used to, but London is very expensive.

London. Need I say more?

There are events in the evening if you are interested in extending your interest in your work. A few lads played football.