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Summer intern - M&A Review

at Rothschild & Co

Internship (1 Month+)

Investment Banking

City of London, London, UK

Review Submitted: November 2025

Overall Rating

5 /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 Role
5/5 - Skills Development
5/5 - Support and Guidance
5/5 - Company Culture
5/5 - Overall Experience
5/5 - Future Career Prospects

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis.
As a Summer Analyst, I worked on multiple projects within the team, ranging from pitch preparation to live deal execution, in close collaboration with both UK and international offices. My responsibilities included conducting financial analyses, preparing presentation materials, managing process timelines, reviewing financial models, and overseeing data rooms to ensure smooth transaction execution.
Were you given much responsibility during your placement / internship?
Yes, absolutely. As I proved myself over the course of the internship, I was gradually given more responsibility, which created a very steep learning curve. I gained a tremendous amount of exposure and experience.
Please rate how meaningful the work you were doing was
5/5

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills, or developed your existing skills?
Yes, throughout the internship. I specifically strengthened my modelling skills and enhanced my creativity on PowerPoint. I also learned on the job how to stay on top of an M&A process, managing multiple workstreams and deadlines effectively.
How would you rate the training provided during your experience?
5/5
How would you rate your development of industry-specific skills during the experience?
5/5
How would you rate your development of personal / soft skills during the experience?
5/5
Please rate how these skills have helped you in your career development
5/5

Support and Guidance

How much support and guidance did you receive during your placement / internship?
Yes, I received a lot of support and guidance. The initial training was very effective and helped me refresh all the technical fundamentals. Throughout the internship, the team was highly pedagogical and always willing to take the time to explain concepts or teach me new things, which made the learning experience both stimulating and supportive.
How would you rate the support and guidance from your line manager?
5/5
How would you rate the support and guidance from the wider team?
5/5

Company Culture

What was the company culture and general atmosphere like?
That was honestly one of the best parts of the internship. Throughout the program, the Early Careers team made a real effort to help the cohort connect, which created a dynamic and engaging atmosphere. I was able to make many friends, build strong relationships, and even interact with senior management on several occasions. The culture at Rothschild & Co in London is one of the best I have experienced so far, having completed more than three internships.
How would you rate the inclusiveness of the culture?
5/5
How would you rate the social opportunities?
5/5
How would you rate the diversity initiatives?
5/5
How would you rate the charity, sustainability and corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives?
5/5

Overall Experience

To what extent did you enjoy your placement / internship?
I genuinely enjoyed the experience. The internship gave me a clear sense of what it’s like to work at the firm and really helped me picture myself building a long-term career there.
Please rate your level of enjoyment on your placement / internship
5/5
Please rate how your experience met your expectations
5/5

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Rothschild & Co to a friend?
Yes
What advice would you give to others applying to Rothschild & Co
I would advise future applicants to prepare thoroughly for the interviews, develop a solid understanding of the financial industry, and be clear about what will be expected of them once on the job. Most importantly, remain authentic throughout the process.

Future Career Prospects

Please rate the future employment prospects at Rothschild & Co
5/5
Did you receive an offer to return as a graduate?
Yes
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