Back end developer Review

by Bank of America

Best Student Employer

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Rating

5/5
  • About You
    5.0
  • The Company
    5.0
  • Everything Else
    5.0

    About You

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy the insight?
  • Very well organised. All the necessary information was provided

    5/5

  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued during your time at the company or firm?
  • There wasn't a particular reason for me to feel valued , as I didn't have the chance to contribute in any particular way.

    5/5

  • 3. How much guidance/support did you receive during the insight?
  • A lot of guidance. Everyone was very helpful and tried to make our experience amazing.

    5/5

  • 4. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and information you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?
  • Very much, because now I have a better understanding of how my skills apply to the real world, thus showing me on what to focus.

    5/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?
  • Excellent. There was a very good balance between financial , technical and soft skills presentations.

    5/5

  • 6. How was the general atmosphere during your insight?
  • Everyone was very friendly and helpful.

    5/5

  • 7. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
  • It does provide training and the opportunity for development, but it was admitted that more could be done to improve the situation.

    5/5

  • 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?
  • I am confident that I have a good understanding of what my day to day duties will be in the company .

    5/5

  • 9. How much did the insight help you in understanding the company culture?
  • It was very helpful, since I couldn't differentiate between cultures in different banks. But I can appreciate the friendly and hard working culture that BAML has.

    5/5

  • 10. How valuable was the content in helping you to decide on your future career path?
  • Very helpful and now I am absolutely certain what I want to do in the future.

    5/5

    Everything Else

  • 11. Were you paid or reimbursed adequately for this experience?
  • Accommodation and travel expenses were reimbursed. Also, lunch, breakfast and closing dinner was provided.


  • 12. Were there opportunities for networking and meeting other employees of the company or firm?
  • Yes plenty and many of them in an informal setting , which helped me to get to know senior people on a more personal level.

    5/5

  • 13. How were the networking/ social event opportunities?
  • Excellent. They were very well organised; drinks and food was provided.

    5/5

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

    5/5

  • 15. Would you recommend this insight to a friend?
  • Absolutely. BAML best place to work in the City , if one is after a challenging job with a good work life balance.

    5/5

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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

London

April 2013


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