Women of Tomorrow programme intern Review

by Citi

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Rating

4.3/5
  • About You
    4.5
  • The Company
    4.2
  • Everything Else
    4.3

    About You

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

    • The insight was very well organised with many talks, games and networking opportunities. The other attendees were also very friendly.

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

    • Everyone was nice and was quite pleased to answer our questions. The people were really helpful and understanding.

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

    • There was an interview skills talk on the eve of our interview which was helpful. The work shadowing also was interesting.

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

    • I think the programme helped us develop our communication skills, teamwork and commercial awareness, skills which will always be used!

    5/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?

    • The programme was well structured and we already knew what we would be doing the next day. We were given a schedule on the first day of the programme.

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

    • The other girls were friendly. The HR people were very nice. We also went on a Thames river cruise on the second evening.

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

    • Much was invested.

    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?

    • It was an insight programme, so we had an overview of all the divisions. The 2 hours of work shadowing in a specific division was not enough to fully understand the latter.

    4/5
  • 9. How much did the insight help you in understanding the company culture?

    • There were many networking opportunities, so we met lots of people who were kind, helpful and passionate about their job.

    4/5
  • 10. How valuable was the content in helping you to decide on your future career path?

    • I have not yet chosen a final career path but it has helped me narrow down my choices.

    4/5

    Everything Else

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

    • Travel expenses were reimbursed. Accommodation, breakfast, lunch and dinner were provided.

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

    • Definitely. There were networking opportunities everyday.

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

    • Great! The speed networking is really efficient for meeting and talking to many people.

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

    • Not really. People seem to be enjoying what they do at work and seem to be working long hours.

    3/5
  • 15. Would you recommend this insight to a friend?

    • It was a memorable 3 day programme. Will definitely recommend it to everyone who would like to meet more people and learn more about banking.

    5/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

London

April 2013

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