Spring Intern Review

by Rothschild & Co

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.3/5
  • About You
    4.4
  • The Company
    4.3
  • Everything Else
    4.3

    About You

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy the insight?

    • Enjoyable experience. A lot of things to learn quickly. Good introduction to Rothschild and its operations under GFA.

    5/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued during your time at the company or firm?

    • The people were helpful in answering any questions asked. We had exposure to directors.

    5/5
  • 3. How much guidance/support did you receive during the insight?

    • We had support in the form of presentations in day one, which were useful later on.

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

    • Experience will be very helpful when deciding about which areas of GFA/ Banking will be most relevant for me. Also, helpful for future applications.

    4/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?

    • Well structured.

    5/5
  • 6. How was the general atmosphere during your insight?

    • Good atmoshpere. People are willing to help.

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

    • Exposure to directors, analysts given to interns. The work shadowing sessions were helpful. Would have like to have some active technical skills sessions going through valuation techniques, etc.

    4/5
  • 8. To what extent did the insight help you to understand what it would be like to have a full time role with the company or firm?

    • Analyst Q&A session helped.

    5/5
  • 9. How much did the insight help you in understanding the company culture?

    • The notable differences between Rothschild and other firms become more apparent. Also, the atmosphere was slightly different to traditional banks.

    5/5
  • 10. How valuable was the content in helping you to decide on your future career path?

    • Helpful for the future.

    4/5

    Everything Else

  • 11. Were you paid or reimbursed adequately for this experience?

    • Reimbursed for travel (and accommodation).

  • 12. Were there opportunities for networking and meeting other employees of the company or firm?

    • Both graduates and directors.

    5/5
  • 13. How were the networking/ social event opportunities?

    • Relaxed. Although not much time was given to talk to the directors because of the "speed-dating" style of the networking event.

    5/5
  • 14. Did you find out about activities that employees can get involved in outside of work?

    • There was mention of sports, and other clubs.

    4/5
  • 15. Would you recommend this insight to a friend?

    • Good introduction to Rothschild and financial advisory.

    4/5
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Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

London

April 2013

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