Summer Analyst Review

by Morgan Stanley

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Rating

4.3/5
  • The Role
    4.2
  • The Company
    4.9
  • The Culture
    3.8

    The Role

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

    • I learned very much and the team I worked in was fun and supportive. Physically, however, it was tough at times.

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

    • As soon as I got familiar with the processes, I worked on the same tasks as a full-time analyst does.

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

    • The team was very supportive in the beginning.

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

    • It's Investment Banking and my team made sure that I get an authentic experience. Thus: busy.

    3/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • On some projects I was the only analyst in the team. Nevertheless, people did not expect me to know everything and were supportive.

    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 learned multitasking, working under pressure, and using large-company resources very well.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • A good mix between focused/professional and fun.

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

    • Perfect Organisation. We had the opportunity to take part in many events like presentations, get togethers, and an activity day.

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

    • We had an intensive one-week training at the start of the internship.

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

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Company Car

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Company Parties/Events

    Working from home
    5/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • It's a great place to work at!

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Due to the training and the events, we became a very close bunch. The people are very cool.

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

    • Central London is expensive but the salary gives you flexibility.

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

    • It's London, after all. Often, interns went partying together.

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

    • Interns could, for example, participate in the JPM Corporate Challenge.

    4/5
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Internship (1 Month+)

London

October 2010

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