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Spring Week Review

at Jefferies International

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Investment Banking

London

Review Submitted: April 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 - Overview of Experience
5/5 - Skills Development
5/5 - Company Culture
5/5 - Overall Experience
4/5 - Recommendations and Advice

Overview of Experience

Please give an overview of the insight and what was involved on a day-to-day basis.
The week consisted of many sessions with different members of the various teams within Investment Banking. There was also a group exercise and a group project presentation which were assessed, as well as an interview for the summer internship programme on the last day.
What was it like understanding all about the business and potential roles available?
Very interesting and helped me realise whether I want to pursue a career in Investment Banking
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 skill of working in a team, as well as networking with people and asking insightful questions.
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
5/5
What was the company culture and general atmosphere like?
Everyone in the company was so kind and willing to schedule one-on-one calls to chat and answer any questions I had. The entrepreneurial spirit of the company really came across, as well as the flat structure meaning that interaction with senior managers is frequent.
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?
It was a fantastic experience and I would highly recommend everyone interested in Investment Banking to apply to this programme.
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 Jefferies International
4/5
Would you recommend Jefferies International to a friend?
Yes
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Jefferies International
Put a lot of emphasis on the culture and flat structure of the company in your interview.
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