Summer analyst - Technology Division Review

by Goldman Sachs Group

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Rating

3.9/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    4.0
  • The Culture
    3.0

    The Role

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

    • It was very well organised and I enjoyed it a lot

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

    • I felt like I am a part of the team, important tasks were assigned to me

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

    • I have been given enough space to prove myself and feel challenged - personally I prefer this way, but for some it may be not enough guidance.

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

    • I was very busy between my projects to finish and my internship (hr) events, however there was enough time for everything.

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

    • I was given a full ownership of my project, which let me prove myself.

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

    • I have managed to use some of the skills from University as well as learn new things during y internship which can be easily transferrable.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • There was both time for fun and for work, which I believe is the best ratio.

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

    • There was many useful talks and career development classes, which helped me realised I do want to stay with the firm after graduation.

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

    • Firm is still putting lots of time and resources to get me on board, which I appreciate a lot.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised/Company Gym

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

    • I already got a graduate position and will be joining firm shortly.

    3/5

    The Culture

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

    • We had a social events, both organised by a firm and organised by us.

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

    • London is quite expensive, however the pay covers potential expenses.

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

    • As it is centre of London, the nightlife is very good.

    3/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • There was many extra things, social groups, gym etc so there were opportunities to get involved.

    4/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Computer Science

London

October 2014

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