Risk Intern Review

by UBS

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.1/5
  • The Role
    4.4
  • The Company
    4.1
  • The Culture
    3.8

    The Role

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

    • A brilliant first experience. Had plenty to opportunities to learn and discover the world of finance, from the market leaders.

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

    • I was given important work as the employees put their faith in me since day 1. It really helps in building confidence.

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

    • Colleagues were extremely supportive and helpful. Always welcomed questions not just work related but anything regarding career choices and decisions. Managemnet very flexible and accomodating.

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

    • Not very hectic, if you can manage your time well.

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

    • I was responsible for some important tasks. Once you show you are good, they trust you with bigger responsibilties.

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

    • Learnt a great deal not just about finance but also how to be in a formal setting. The experience definitely improved my understanding of the theoritical concepts and helped me in my thesis.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • atmosphere was healthy and light. everybody is cherful and welcoming

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

    • the placement programme is well organised. plenty of trainings and seminars to attend

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

    • There are various online and offline sources availabe to improve your skills in addition to the manadtory trainings in the beginning of the placement.

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

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

    • They offer great opportunities for international students and have a very good graduate program

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • fellow interns and colleagues often go out for drinks or lunches

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

    • 1300-1500 pounds a month at least, including the rent

    4/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • has a lot of pubs around with decent crowd

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

    • Absolutely! they have something for everyon. theres volunteering events which interested me the most

    4/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Banking

London

August 2015

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