Summer Insight Week Review
at Bloomberg
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)
Banking
London
Review Submitted: August 2021
Overall Rating
4.9 /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!
5/5
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Overview of Experience
4.8/5
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Skills Development
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.
Over the week we were acquainted with all the different departments of Bloomberg such as Global Data and Sales and Analytics.
Every day we had sessions with people from these different departments. We also had sessions where we learned skills such as navigating and using the Terminal and answering clients on their issues.
We were also given a project to work on as teams, for which we were allocated time every day.
Every day we had sessions with people from these different departments. We also had sessions where we learned skills such as navigating and using the Terminal and answering clients on their issues.
We were also given a project to work on as teams, for which we were allocated time every day.
What was it like understanding all about the business and potential roles available?
That was the whole point of the week so in that sense it was perfect. Interns learned about all aspects of Bloomberg. No prior knowledge was needed. Some of the successful interns from the insight week got an offer for a fast route to summer internships.
Please rate how insightful you found the insight
5/5
How would you rate the structure of the insight
5/5
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
I have developed my ability to use the Bloomberg Terminal efficiently. Additionally, I improved my skills in researching, finding data and producing insight from it.
I have also networked quite extensively with other interns and experts from the various departments inside the company.
I have also networked quite extensively with other interns and experts from the various departments inside the company.
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?
4/5
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
5/5
What was the company culture and general atmosphere like?
The company culture is very friendly and supportive. Not only can you constantly ask for advice on various issues you might face but there are events such as a virtual escape room.
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 really enjoyed the insight. I learned new skills, experienced the work culture in one of the most important companies in finance and networked with many new people.
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 Bloomberg
5/5
Would you recommend Bloomberg to a friend?
Yes
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Bloomberg
Make sure that you prepare very well for the video interview stage. There is a big chance they might throw you a curveball question. The real interview stage was very pleasant since they want to find out mainly if you are a good fit for the role - competency-based questions.
For Day 1 it would be hugely beneficial to have already done the BMC certificate. If you have not, they will give you access to it a couple of weeks before the insight week - do it. Additionally, there is a course called Terminal Basics, which is amazing if you have not worked with the Terminal in a long time. Overall, do not be nervous as everyone is very supportive, no prior financial knowledge is assumed and it is a fantastic place to experience!
For Day 1 it would be hugely beneficial to have already done the BMC certificate. If you have not, they will give you access to it a couple of weeks before the insight week - do it. Additionally, there is a course called Terminal Basics, which is amazing if you have not worked with the Terminal in a long time. Overall, do not be nervous as everyone is very supportive, no prior financial knowledge is assumed and it is a fantastic place to experience!
