Research Assistant Review

by Bank of England

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Rating

3.8/5
  • The Role
    3.8
  • The Company
    4.0
  • The Culture
    3.6

    The Role

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

    • Was enjoyable and offered a bit more than expected

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

    • Was difficult to prove yourself as the same with most business' seen as inexperienced

    4/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • Couldn't ask for more, if i needed anything they where always there and my manager was very helpful and supportive throughout my year

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

    • Dependent and varied throughout the year, ad the start my role was a touch ad hoc but when you integrate and are given responsibility your work load rises

    4/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • You are given a high level of responsibility and processes you must complete are those which you would do if you were a graduate within the firm. You are not given mundane tasks to complete, projects are developed by managers as they target areas which can be further developed.

    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 skills I learnt will aid me moving forward in my career as I have learnt a huge amount from shadowing traders and completing tasks for them. The process is fast paced and you are required to learn quickly.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • The team was friendly and always willing to help.

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

    • Tasks and events ran smoothly, there is a slight delay hearing whether you have gained a place on the programme compared to other banks. But once you have your place it is very efficient.

    4/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • We had a presentation skills day course as well as some training. Interns were encouraged to go to seminars and presentations if they seemed interesting which was a great chance to learn about other areas of the Bank

    4/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Sports and Social Club

    Financial Bonus

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

    • They have offered me a term time job, and I would have no hesitation in returning to work for them as a grad.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Yes, there was. It was a fun environment. everyone goes along pretty well.

    4/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • Obviously the city of london is expensive but if you make the most of restaurant offers and happy hours then its not too bad.

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

    • Didnt really go out at night but I would imagine it would be lively.

    4/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • Some teambuilding activities in which I was kindly included. It was fun!

    4/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

London

May 2014

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