Summer Analyst Review

by Barclays

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.1/5
  • The Role
    4.2
  • The Company
    4.1
  • The Culture
    4.0

    The Role

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

    • Great 6 weeks only problem was that it was too short! Lots to do, lots of great events and support the whole way along.

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

    • My team were fantastic and every one I met seemed genuinely interested to speak with me. I felt extremely valued and felt like a member of the team by the time I left.

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

    • My line manager, Campus Recruitment and other members of my team provided excellent guidance and support. I was encouraged to consistently ask questions and I always gained useful feedback and help. No one was ever annoyed if I needed help, it was always given willingly.

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

    • It altered day to day but generally I was busy as I was meeting with so many people including many senior members of the firm. My projects were interesting but due to the 6 weeks timescale it was obviously not possible to be given long term projects.

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

    • Much more responsibility than you would expect during 6 weeks. I was definitely given the chance to prove myself and take ownership of my projects and tasks. A good balance between having my own responsibility but also having guidance and help.

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

    • The feedback during my appraisals was extremely helpful and pointed out skills that I'd never considered working on so this will be hugely helpful in later life.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • A really good balance of fun and character but also extremely professional. A really enjoyable place to work!

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

    • Very well organised and smoothly run by a very strong Campus Recruitment team.

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

    • Training wasn't as long as usual due a restricted timescale because of the olympics but the 3 day training was extensive and very detailed. On the job training happened every day too.

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

    • Sports and Social Club

    Company Parties/Events

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

    • I was offered a job which I have accepted and am extremely pleased with.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • A really good social scene was encouraged by the employers! We were encouraged to meet and socialise with other placement students. I went for lunch with members of my team too which was nice.

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

    • Canary Wharf is quite expensive but not a complete rip off.

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

    • Much better than I thought! Canary Wharf is definitely a buzzing place to work with lots going on, especially when the sun was shining.

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

    • Lots of opportunities and even more on the graduate scheme from networking events, internship social events to charity/volunteering days.

    5/5
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Internship (1 Month+)

London

September 2012

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