UK Retail Banking Intern Review
by Barclays
This review was submitted over 4 years ago, so some of the information it contains may no longer be relevant.
Rating
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The Role
4.3
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The Company
4.4
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The Culture
3.9
- 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?
- 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?
- 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?
- 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?
- 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?
- 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?
- 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?
- 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?
- 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
- 10. What were the perks on your work placement?
- 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?
- 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?
- 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?
- 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?
- 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?
The Role
Most of the time, I was really involved in the work I was doing an enjoyed it greatly.
Fellow interns, the branch based staff and the organisers all really made me feel valued.
There were so many different channels for support during the internship it was unbelieveable. These included branch staff, the area director, a "buddy" which we were assigned, and lots of different HR staff based at Canary Wharf, who were contactable at any time.
I always had tasks to do, although due to the restricted time I was on the internship for, I was unable to be trained on the branch system and so was doing similar tasks each week.
We were totally responsible for the project we were given, and we were able to observe and give feedback in all areas of the branch, which was then taken on board by the staff.
The skills I have acquired over the period will assist me in my future career, whatever it may be. From networking skills, to presentation skills, leadership and beyond, it is a massive chance to develop all areas.
The Company
Every retail intern's experience was totally different, but there were events set up for us all to attend weekly.
Lots of masterclasses, training sessions and more.
Subsidised Canteen
Company Parties/Events
There is a new graduate scheme being put out this year, which seems like a great deal, so hopefully I will have shown enough to succeed!
The Culture
Living in London is expensive!
Details
Internship (1 Month+)
International
August 2010
