ETD Operations Summer Analyst Review

by UBS

Best Student Employer

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Rating

3.8/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    3.8
  • The Culture
    3.1

    The Role

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

    • Very good experience - I was given responsibility in the tasks I undertook and enjoyed the learning experience a lot.

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

    • My work was/is used daily and I felt my colleagues came to me for advice on particular projects I had been working on.

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

    • Management is always available for a chat or to answer any queries which is a really useful structure to have in place given that a) I am not from a finance background, and b) this was my first internship.

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

    • I had 4 projects to manage which meant there was always some work to do - I did not feel bored during my time here

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

    • The projects I looked at involved key risk activities for the team, and producing guides / writing macros to save time in the long run meant that the work I undertook had consequences if not done properly - I was definitely given responsibility during my time here!

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

    • Efficient communication, increased awareness of how to reach a solution quickly, time management all helped, and will deifnitely prove useful in my final year at university, as well as in any career I enter.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Hard-working, not boring at all. People are always willing to spare a minute to speak to you, even as an intern.

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

    • Good set up - induction week followed by 8 weeks of work in a team which really provides a brilliant introduction to working in an investment bank. Also a few socials held which helps networking.

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

    • If the firm sees potential they are most definitely willing to invest - always received good feedback following a submission of work, or a presentation. Very useful to make sure you develop your strengths and work on weaknesses which may exist.

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

    • Company Parties/Events
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Will enjoy working here - good atmosphere, friendly people and good challenging work to do.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • Yes - everyone is outgoing, and it was easy to organise intern events.

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

    • Central London is pretty expensive. But worth it.

    2/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Again, expensive, but worth it.

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

    • My working day finished approximately around 7pm, which meant that I could visit the gym, or see friends after work. The hours are not too bad.

    4/5
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Internship (1 Month+)

Banking

London

August 2014

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