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Morgan Stanley

Morgan Stanley Spring Intern Review

at Morgan Stanley

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Investment Banking

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 - Overview of Experience
5/5 - Skills Development
4.8/5 - Company Culture
5/5 - Overall Experience
5/5 - 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 is a cross divisional exposure to the firm to understanding the different functions and how they interact. Part of this was also some team building group activities and panel talks. The other 2 days are divisional specific filled with key speakers, group exercises, networking with analysts and seniors and also an MD panel, alongside this was a lot of support from HR including many Q&A's.
What was it like understanding all about the business and potential roles available?
It was very informative and comprehensive.
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?
I have developed my networking skills and teamwork skills working with a variety of different people.
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?
General culture and atmosphere is one of transparency, learning and getting the job done. It's very to the point and has a very big focus on improving and communicating.
How would you rate the inclusiveness of the culture?
5/5
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 found this to be one of the best internships I've completed and the time and effort put into it was evident. It was a truly formative experience.
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 reimbursed 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 would say aim for excellence in everything you send so your CV, Cover Letter, Online Assessment and really try find the similarities in yourself and the firms values.
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