Spring Insight Week - Equity Research Review
at Morgan Stanley
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)
Research, Economics
London
Review Submitted: April 2025
Overall Rating
4.8 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
4.5/5
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Overview of Experience
5/5
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Skills Development
4.5/5
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Company Culture
5/5
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Overall Experience
5/5
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Recommendations and Advice
Overview of Experience
Please give an overview of the insight and what was involved on a day-to-day basis.
The first day was a multi-divisional day, allowing us to network with all other spring interns, exploring various lines of business. Subsequent days allowed us to delve deeper into equity research and its inner workings from analysts themselves, building up to our own bluepaper research report presentations by the end of the week. We also participated in interactive teach-in sessions to learn about what the day to day for various people on the research desk looked like.
What was it like understanding all about the business and potential roles available?
I found it eye-opening to see what different roles are available even under the equity research division which is already quite niche as it is. It was particularly enjoyable to be able to appreciate and hear from various different graduates/analysts who were each so passionate about their respective areas of expertise, highlighting how there is something for everyone.
Please rate how insightful you found the insight
5/5
How would you rate the structure of the insight
4/5
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
Not only did I feel I was able to develop my technical skills surrounding researching and relevant data analysis for presenting certain pitches and ideas, but I was also able to hone my soft skills - improving interpersonal relations with my peers as well as the panel of graduates/analysts whom I was able to interact with and ask questions to, first hand, to gain a better understanding of their role.
How would you rate the training provided during your experience?
5/5
How would you rate the knowledge learned around industry-specific skills during the experience?
5/5
How would you rate the knowledge learned around personal or professional skills during the experience?
5/5
Please rate how the knowledge learned has helped you with regards to your career development
5/5
Company Culture
How would you rate business leader involvement during the insight
4/5
What was the company culture and general atmosphere like?
The culture of the firm was warm and welcoming, creating a supportive environment that allowed us to feel comfortable enough to ask questions to gain deeper insights into any areas of curiosity or interest. Some panelists spoke about the unique culture of Morgan Stanley that sets it apart from its counterparts which was not only seen but felt throughout the week.
How would you rate the inclusiveness of the culture?
4/5
How would you rate the networking opportunities?
5/5
Please rate how valued you felt during your insight?
5/5
Overall Experience
To what extent did you enjoy the insight?
I thoroughly enjoyed the spring insight week as it allowed me to enrich my understanding of equity research which I had previously expressed taking a liking to, at the Step In, Step Up programme previously. From visiting the trading floor to producing our own bluepaper research reports, one of my highlights was witnessing a live studio recording session of the “Thoughts on the Market” podcast, with Andrew Sheets - especially in the wake of such a turbulent time for global markets!
Please rate your level of enjoyment on the insight
5/5
Please rate how your experience met your expectations
5/5
Were you paid or reimbursed adequately for this experience?
I was not paid and had no expenses
Recommendations and Advice
Please rate the future employment prospects at Morgan Stanley
5/5
Would you recommend Morgan Stanley to a friend?
Yes
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Morgan Stanley
I recommend having an up-to-date CV with a clear motivation set out in your cover letter. I also suggest being well read and up to date regarding current affairs to be able to display your commercial awareness, both as part of the interview process and when asking questions to demonstrate having "done your homework," so to speak.
