Research assistant Review

by Bank of England

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Rating

3.9/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    3.7
  • The Culture
    3.6

    The Role

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

    • I've had a fantastic year and don't want to leave.

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

    • I've always felt appreciated and valued for what I do.

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

    • My line manager was extremely supportive in regards to training and my future career.

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

    • Working on an ad-hoc basis, you can't predict your workload. Sometimes very busy, sometimes I had much less to do. But during those times, I jumped on training opportunites so I was never bored.

    3/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • I was given a decent amount of responsibility, but given that it is such a large organisation, it can sometimes be a bit hard to see how you fit in the larger picture.

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

    • Training was second to none. If you're proactive there are fantastic opportunites for you to pick up new skills.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Friendly, relaxed and informal.

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

    • Good training and social events during the first couple of months, then you have to take on a proactive role.

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

    • I'm impressed by all the training I received and the resources spent on my development, considering I'm only there for a year.

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

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Financial Bonus

    Above 25 days holiday

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

    • Despite working there for a year, you get no official advantage over other applicant in regards to the graduate scheme and will have to reapply.

    2/5

    The Culture

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

    • There was a good social scene.

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

    • Can't comment as I'm used to London costs. It's expensive.

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

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

    • 3/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

London

July 2011

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