Application Developer Review

by Goldman Sachs Group

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Rating

3.8/5
  • The Role
    3.8
  • The Company
    4.2
  • The Culture
    3.4

    The Role

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

    • It was very hard work and stressful at times, but on the whole it was challenging and exciting and very enjoyable.

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

    • I felt like part of the team, I was not treated as an 'intern' but given real responsibility.

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

    • I was assigned a buddy, mentor and manager who all supported me and guided me in different aspects of my internship. Having these three official supervisors meant I was always comfortable in approaching at least one of them with any issues I had.

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

    • I was very busy during my internship, as it has been a very steep learning curve. However, it was important that I undertook everything I did to make the most of my short period of time at the firm.

    2/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • I was given a real project to work on which I owned and was able to manage in my own way. However, I was given direction and support from my manager to ensure I was on the right track.

    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 technical skills I have gained will help me in my studies and in any career I choose to pursue and I have been developing my 'softer' skills which will serve me well in life.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • There was generally a friendly atmosphere and it was fun when there was time.

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

    • There was a lot of investment into the programme. It covered all aspects, enabling us to gain a full insight into the firm. It was very much a two-way process.

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

    • There was training and development for all aspects, whether that was technical, personal or firmwide.

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

    • Sports and Social Club

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    National Travel

    Company Parties/Events

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop

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

    • Most full time recruiting is done through internships and many will get made offers.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • The divisional interns socialised everyday and there were bigger firm organised events which enabled us to socialise with other division interns.

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

    • Central London is very expensive!

    2/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Lots of places to socialise within walking distance. Very accessible.

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

    • A community day was set up through work and it was possible to get involved in activities during the evening.

    3/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Investment Banking, Banking, Information Technology

London

August 2013

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