Insight Programme Review

by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)

Best Student Employer

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Rating

3.1/5
  • The Role
    3.5
  • The Company
    2.9
  • The Culture
    2.9

    The Role

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

    • It was very useful to gain an understanding into what the FSA is all about and what we would at graduate entry level be expected to do on a day to day basis. Speednetworking allowed us to ask lots of questions and talk to people in the roles that we would go into.

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

    • They were all very friendly and several gave me business cards if I had any questions or just to keep in touch.

    4/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • Very helpful, a well planned out session, with lots of time to ask questions.

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

    • It was quite packed, and fast paced, but still enough time to ask questions and get to know current graduates.

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

    • Not given any responsibility as it was more an informative session

    2/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • Really helped to think about interview techniques and presentation skills

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • Nice, friendly atmosphere

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

    • Very well set up and ran smoothly

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

    • It was an informative session so this did not realy applu

    2/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • 2/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Very interesting company

    3/5

    The Culture

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

    • We were allowed to have drinks at the end which was very social as well as a buffet lunch where we got to talk to everyone

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

    • Very high!

    3/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Very good, in London, so easy to get to most places!

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

    • Not relevant as it was only an informative session

    2/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Financial Management

London

November 2010

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