Securities Lending Operations Intern Review

by Morgan Stanley

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Rating

3.7/5
  • The Role
    4.1
  • The Company
    3.5
  • The Culture
    3.4

    The Role

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

    • Very enjoyable and worthwhile. Hard work but rewarding.

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

    • Colleagues were brilliant, always helpful and approachable.

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

    • Very good guidance, had regular meetings to catch us and reflect on progress.

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

    • Some days were busier than others, but generally a good balance.

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

    • Given responsibility to carry out important tasks.

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

    • Great to get practical experience, which will be invaluable in my studies.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • Friendly and lively.

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

    • Well organised, had a training plan from Day One.

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

    • Put through several training courses and received in team training on performing tasks also.

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

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Subsidised/Company Gym
    2/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Offers haven't been made to interns yet, but mobility within the firm is excellent if you get in.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • Good camaraderie between interns, had lunch together most days and regular nights out after work on Fridays.

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

    • Glasgow is relatively cheap compared to London or other big cities.

    4/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Excellent nightlife, spoilt for choice!

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

    • There were a few but you have to seek them yourself.

    2/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Insurance & Risk Management

Yorkshire and Humberside

August 2010

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