Finance Analyst Review

by American Express

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Rating

3.9/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    3.8
  • The Culture
    3.4

    The Role

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

    • I really enjoyed working at American Express. The transation from university to having a full time job was very smooth because everyone at Amex was friendly and was happy to help. Campus recruitment planned outings weekly during the summer which meant that I was able to experience the social side of working as well. I would definatly consider applying to American Express once I have graduated.

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

    • I was always seen as an equal on my team, no one looked down on me because I was the most junior member of the team. As everyone is so friendly it is easy to build professional relationships at Amex.

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

    • I had weekly meetings with my manager where I could discuss things that I had on for the week and raise concerns if there were any problems. My manager and director were always happy to give me support even outside the weekly meetings.

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

    • I was busy during the whole of my internship but it was a good busy, not a stressful busy. I liked being busy because it meant that I always had something to do as oppose to waiting arounf doing nothing,

    3/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • I was given a lot of responsibility during the internship. I was heading projects anf reporting directly to my vice president.

    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 skills I have learnt will really assist me in my studies. One skills that I learnt was prioritisation, i think this will particularly help me in my future studies as prioritation is crucial when revising.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • The atmosphere was very relax, it was dress down Friday every Friday.

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

    • This was the first year HR has done an official scheme for summer internships so it was very organised and structured.

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

    • During the induction days there were loads of workshops and presentations for us. Also we had weekly meetings with senior leaders where we were given advise on how to progress in the company.

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

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Company Parties/Events

    Working from home
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I had such a good experience I would definately apply once I have graduated

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Yes, the other intern would go out at least once a week and I went out with my team a few times.

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

    • It was normal prices for being in London.

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

    • There are many pubs and bars around. They are usually full everyday so it doesnt matter what day you go out

    3/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • Yes, they offered weekly circuit training, fooball matched and community days

    4/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Banking

London

November 2012

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