Analyst - Prime Services Review

by Barclays

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.3/5
  • The Role
    4.5
  • The Company
    4.6
  • The Culture
    3.8

    The Role

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

    • Beside the early mornings and long days, I loved every minute of my internship. I had the chance to gain an invaluable insight into one of the most amazing industries in the world.

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

    • My team went out of their way to get to know me and to give me guidance. We often went out for team drinks in the evenings after work. I am still in contact with my colleagues now.

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

    • My manager was very busy - however, whenever he had time, he would sit with me to see how I was progressing and would give me feedback and guidance.

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

    • I always had projects to be working on. All of the work that I was given was manageable and the objectives were attainable.

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

    • From day one, I was given a huge amount of responsibility and trust and I relished it - I’ve never learnt so much in such a short space of time.

    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 improved the following skills: Time Management, Corporate Awareness, Professionalism, Attention to Detail and Motivation.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • My team were very lively and it is essential for the role I was in (Client Services) for the team to always be communicating.

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

    • From start to finish, the HR team did a fantastic job, laying on Intern events and speaker series. We were given a handbook which clearly showed what was expected from us and what other opportunities were available.

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

    • They committed a whole week to training us which I was very impressed with considering the internship was only 10 weeks long!

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

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Financial Bonus

    Company Parties/Events
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • On my last day, I was given a graduate job offer which I have accepted.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • There were always people going out for drinks after work, and every Friday a large group of us went to a nightclub.

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

    • Being Canary Wharf, the drinks and entertainment were very expensive! It didn't stop us from socialising though!

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

    • The nightlife in Canary Wharf isn't great as the bars close quite early, however we would often go into central london where the nightlife is great!

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

    • There are sports clubs and networking groups that you can join.

    4/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Investment Banking

London

November 2010

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