Summer Analyst Review

by Citi

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Rating

3.7/5
  • The Role
    4.2
  • The Company
    3.5
  • The Culture
    3.1

    The Role

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

    • Very enjoyable, always kept busy, given a lot of guidance and help. Citi has a great culture where everyone is available and seems to have the time for you.

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

    • I felt more valued as the internship goes on, but it is important to note, that no one expects you to know everything. However, if you show a keen interest and are pro-active, then people respect that (in my opinion.)

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

    • In the first few weeks, my managers arranged frequent meetings to make sure I was on track and understood the project. From that, point onwards, it's down to you to understand your project's targets and crack on.

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

    • Incredibly busy on a day to day basis, however, this is down to you. If you don't ask for more work or take the initiative, you can be left without a project. No one is going to check up on you all the time and hold your hand.

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

    • A lot, I was given 10 clients to work with, and was thrown straight into the deep end with the work. This was great, as I felt I learnt more and had more exposure, than if I was left alone.

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

    • With regards to my degree, the main skill I can say is using Excel. With regards to my career, the communication skills and the network you create during your internship are the most important things (again, in my opinion.)

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • Great - couldn't be better. Surrounded by friendly/motivated people.

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

    • Very well - frequent meetings with HR to make sure that you are making the most of your time here.

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

    • This is very hard to quantify, but they gave me a lot of responsibility and guidance.

    3/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • 3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • That's a question for HR. I'd like to think that they are quite good though.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • Yes! If certain business areas have not already organised drinks, the interns usually get together 2-3 times a week to go out for drinks, dinner, etc.

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

    • I go to university in London, so I had my student house. But, in general, in London it is very easy to go over you spending limit.

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

    • Incredible - you're in the heart of London, so there is so much going on all the time.

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

    • There were, such as Citi Choir, Citi Arts Club etc. It all depends how willing you are to commit to those alongside the hours you put in everyday.

    3/5
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Internship (1 Month+)

London

August 2015

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