COO Summer Intern Review

by UBS

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.1/5
  • The Role
    4.2
  • The Company
    4.0
  • The Culture
    4.0

    The Role

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

    • I really enjoyed the 9 weeks I worked at UBS. I get on well with my team and was never bored.

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

    • I definitely felt valued. I was given projects and real work to do. I was part of the team, not an intern there to do the coffee and lunch runs.

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

    • I had a lot to learn when I first arrived and my manager and team helped me a lot and answered my questions. They also gave me guidance on my career path in general and tips for living in London.

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

    • It varied a lot. Somedays were quiet, others I would be really busy.

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

    • 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've developed will definitely be useful in later life and my career. Although they don't directly relate to my degree, many of the skills are transferable.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • I was in a small team, so it was often quiet, especially given it was the summer holidays, but we it was still a fun and friendly atmosphere.

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

    • Very well organised. The first week of training ran smoothly and we were never left wondering what to do next. My manager and the graduate recruitment team kept us up to date on everything we needed to know that was happening with the internship.

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

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Company Car

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    National Travel

    International Travel

    Financial Bonus

    Company Parties/Events

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop

    Above 25 days holiday

    Working from home

    Healthcare from home

    Healthcare/Dental

    Travel loan
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • In theory, if your team likes you and wants to hire you, you come back on the grad scheme. However with headcounts etc. it's not always that simple.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • Many of us lived together is student accomodation recommended by UBS. There were also intern socials which were a great opportunity to catch up with everyone.

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

    • Compared to the rest of the UK it was quite expensive, however for London it was very reasonable. The cost of rent did not break the bank.

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

    • There are a lot of bars near the office and a range of clubs not too far away

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

    • 4/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Business Management

London

August 2014

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