Spring Insight Review

by Rothschild & Co

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.8/5
  • About You
    4.4
  • The Company
    4.8
  • Everything Else
    5.0

    About You

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy the insight?

    • It did exactly what I expected an insight week to do. It gave me a first hand experience into the GFA area, and although I learned that GFA wasn't for me, a large number of people became really enthusiastic about the area and Rothschild itself. I expected it to be a cut throat experience but I very much enjoyed my experience and met some really nice people during the week.

    4/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued during your time at the company or firm?

    • The networking events and shadowing were very engaging and during all of it, I felt that the employees were there out of genuine interest in imparting their experiences and knowledge onto us.

    4/5
  • 3. How much guidance/support did you receive during the insight?

    • During the insight we received a vast amount of support and guidance through the form of one on one shadowing, networking events and talks from various members of staff.

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

    • With banking being such a vast industry, it is very difficult for anyone to know exactly what area they want to do. This insight week gave me a fantastic opportunity to learn about the industry and learn vital presentation and interview skills which will be of great help in the future. Although I decided not to opt to continue in GFA, I met many people who were convinced by the insight that not only was GFA for them, but they were convinced Rothschild, as a company, was too.

    5/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?

    • Very well structured with a 5 days packed full of talks, shadowing, networking, and a group project to suggest a merger/acquisition deal.

    5/5
  • 6. How was the general atmosphere during your insight?

    • It was a very engaging and enjoyable experience! I met people who were obviously very intelligent and also great to get along with too! Everyone was really friendly and I hope to keep in touch with them in the future.

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

    • 5/5
  • 8. To what extent did the insight help you to understand what it would be like to have a full time role with the company or firm?

    • 5/5
  • 9. How much did the insight help you in understanding the company culture?

    • 5/5
  • 10. How valuable was the content in helping you to decide on your future career path?

    • Although I realised GFA wasn't for me, it just proves that the Insight into GFA did exactly what it was meant to; give an insight into the GFA area and help you determine if the area is for you or not.

    5/5

    Everything Else

  • 11. Were you paid or reimbursed adequately for this experience?

    • It wasn't paid but expenses such as hotel and travel were reimbursed

  • 12. Were there opportunities for networking and meeting other employees of the company or firm?

    • 5/5
  • 13. How were the networking/ social event opportunities?

    • 5/5
  • 14. Did you find out about activities that employees can get involved in outside of work?

    • We participated in a volunteering event where we helped to clear up a local park.

    5/5
  • 15. Would you recommend this insight to a friend?

    • Definitely! It was a thoroughly engaging, intellectually challenging and enjoyable experience. And I recommend it to anyone wanting to know if GFA is for them

    5/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

London

May 2015

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