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Goldman Sachs Group

Spring Insight Intern Review

at Goldman Sachs Group

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Computer Systems Engineering

Birmingham

Review Submitted: April 2022

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
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.
We had talks from a range of speakers that included senior staff as well as representatives from the different diversity and inclusivity networks. We also completed a technical project that we worked on in groups over the four days which we presented to a panel of judges on the final day. In addition, we learnt about the different divisions within the engineering division and the kind of work each team does.
What was it like understanding all about the business and potential roles available?
They gave us the opportunity to speak with different members working on a range of teams that form part of the engineering division. We also learned about the non-engineering divisions and how every division has its role in producing the final outcome.
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 developed my team working skills by completing the technical project. We also learnt how to network better and its importance. Since the insight week was only 4 days long, I learned how to maximise opportunities in a workplace and gain as much information in a short time. The length of time we had to do the technical project helped me develop my skills in working quickly and efficiently as well as my presentation skills.
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?
Everyone was friendly and happy to answer questions/have a discussion, including senior employees. Lots of current employees got involved in the spring week and we heard a wide range of positive experiences with the company. The dress code was casual and everyone was quite relaxed.
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 week. It gave me a good understanding of the company and how they value their employees. They also made us feel valued and gave us key tips on how to succeed in the company. My interest in the company has increased during my time there. In addition, it was well organized with a good amount of enjoyable to informative events planned.
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 paid and reimbursed expenses

Recommendations and Advice

Please rate the future employment prospects at Goldman Sachs Group
5/5
Would you recommend Goldman Sachs Group to a friend?
Yes
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Goldman Sachs Group
It is important to have a genuine interest in the company as well as the industry you plan on working in. I felt during my time that Goldman Sachs looks for future potential and active interest in Goldman Sachs specifically. I would advise anyone applying to look into companies values, projects and aims to see if you share the same ideas.
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