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Application Developer Review

by J.P. Morgan

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Rating

3.6/5
  • The Role
    3.8
  • The Company
    3.4
  • The Culture
    3.6

    The Role

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?
  • I really enjoyed my internship. I was based on the trading floor and could barely hold my excitement for the first few days. I can say that it's definitely fast paced and time flies quicker than you think. It was challenging and I learned a great deal personally and professionally. It's definitely not an easy job.

    4/5

  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?
  • My team contained my manager and 2 other associates who helped me a lot and encouraged me constantly throughout my internship. Everyone else in my extended team was easy-going in general. Technically speaking, I believe the amount of work you get as well as the importance is a direct reflection of how much they value you. Personally speaking, I believe everyone values people in this company. It's the biggest asset.

    5/5

  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?
  • I can't say more than Fantastic. I sat next to my manager and he definitely helped me a lot with everything. My team-mates as well, any time I had a question they would be there. You must bear in mind they are busy people after all so a little struggle on your behalf is expected. Nothing's worth more than getting your own hands dirty.

    5/5

  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?
  • I would say that I had days when I struggled, days when I was frustrated on the brink of boredom, but also very productive days which just..made my day. At times I would have to bear in mind that I couldn't finish everything that day and prioritize. On average, I would work more than expected but I think the perfect balance is when you look at the clock and say "oh, it's 5 o'clock" and you're almost done.

    3/5

  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?
  • I think I was given quite a responsible job. I was working on a large scale application that had releases every week. I had to make sure I do everything accordingly otherwise someone's going to "suffer". Responsibilty can be stresfull at times but it's better than getting bored.

    4/5

  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?
  • It probably won't help me at all with my studies as they're not specific to this but they will definitely help me a lot with everything else. Communication, Behaviour, connections, understanding of the businness, just getting a rough idea of what the real world deals with.

    4/5

    The Company

  • 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?
  • It wasn't dull but people where busy so I can't say that I was chatting with people constantly. In the end, they're the ones that make the revenue.

    2/5

  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?
  • The whole programme that they had set up was very organised and useful. I didn't know almost anything about what I was going to do or what the business was doing and now...oh well..

    4/5

  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
  • I think everyone gave their best. In here everyone views interns as the future leaders of the company. We had access to very senior employees and I can definitely say that the company invested everything in me

    5/5

  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?
  • Sports and Social Club

    International Travel

    Company Parties/Events

    3/5

  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?
  • My manager recommended me but I have to wait another week to see.

    4/5

    The Culture

  • 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement Î÷¹ÏÊÓÆµs/colleagues?
  • We had loads of events that we could attend, almost two events a week. Also, you meet a lot of people and build relations with like-minded people.

    4/5

  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?
  • London, do I need to say more?

    4/5

  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?
  • London, Shoreditch.

    5/5

  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?
  • To be honest, you manage your own time. In London, I think there's so much to do that you get eclipsed by the opportunities. But then again, timewise..

    3/5

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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Investment Banking, Computer Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology

International

September 2013


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