Financial Analyst Review

by GE (General Electric)

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Rating

3.9/5
  • The Role
    3.9
  • The Company
    4.2
  • The Culture
    3.6

    The Role

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

    • My placement year provided so many valuable experiences! I feel like I have really benefited from it, both professionally and personally.

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

    • I got to work with so many great people and everyone made me feel welcome and as part of the team!

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

    • My manager was really helpful in making me aware of my strengths and weaknesses, and supported me with any development needs.

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

    • The job was very demanding and it got very busy at specific times of the month/year.

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

    • I was given lots of responsibility and was even able to work on some individual projects!

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

    • I feel like the skills I have developed will stick with me for life and will really help me in my career.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • The team atmosphere was great!

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

    • Everything was well organised from start to finish.

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

    • The company provide training days and there are a lot of opportunities to do extra workshops.

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

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Financial Bonus

    Company Parties/Events

    Above 25 days holiday
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • GE really promote recruitment through intern and graduate roles!

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • There are loads of other interns and everyone was really social!

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

    • Watford isn't too expensive however there is limited things to do which may mean venturing out into London.

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

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

    • There are many sport activities and clubs that people run within the business!

    5/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

London

November 2013

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