Summer Analyst Review

by Morgan Stanley

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Rating

4.1/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    4.2
  • The Culture
    3.6

    The Role

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

    • When going into investment banking, you have to be prepared to work! However, the people here truly made my internship a great experience.

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

    • Morgan Stanley really values the work of its interns. Interns are given quite substantial responsibilities.

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

    • Morgan Stanley pairs you with both a mentor and an analyst 'buddy.' These people are there to help you get the most of your internship and they consistently show support and provide feedback.

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

    • The internship was a challenge, as it required long hours and a lot of work! However, the skills you learn and the people you meet make it all worth it.

    5/5
  • 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?

    • 4/5

    The Company

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

    • Morgan Stanley provides a very collegial atmosphere. The company values teamwork, and this is reflected in Morgan Stanley's corporate culture.

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

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

    • Interns received an intensive week of training before being placed on their desks. This training period introduced interns to the tools that would be used on a daily basis.

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

    • Company Car

    Subsidised/Company Gym

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

    • 5/5

    The Culture

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

    • There were several social events organized for the interns.

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

    • London is an expensive city!

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

    • Although expensive, London definitely has a fun night life... if you don't have to work!

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

    • Work was absolutely the main priority. However, Morgan Stanley did offer interns the chance to partake in a half marathon!

    3/5
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Internship (1 Month+)

London

October 2010

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