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Bank of America

Summer Analyst Review

at Bank of America

Internship (1 Month+)

Finance

Chester

Review Submitted: August 2022

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.
The work involves producing and reviewing reports generated by various systems and giving presentations to various stakeholders then find ways of improving the processes as well as resolving any issues found. Researching on the various factors and developments which will affect the industry such as current affairs and regulatory changes.
Were you given much responsibility during your placement / internship?
Yes I responsibility during the internship in performing reports and presentations for the team and ensuring that Business as Usual tasks are performed. The team was very supportive in encouraging me to find ways to improve the workflow which is testament of the value of responsibility I was assigned with.
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 there has been development of existing skills throughout the program specifically: Microsoft Excel & Powerpoint as well as presentation skills. New skills learnt mostly refer to using the various internal systems as well as role specific tasks.
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?
Support and guidance was a big part of the internship the organization had assign various buddies and mentors to guide you as an intern through how you should make the most of the internship as well as having multiple networking events to be able to understand the various lines of business and how they coordinate with each other. The support system helped in ensuring that projects were a success.
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?
The culture of the company is awesome especially the diversity and inclusion as well as support for minority groups which was great as everyone is valued as a unique individual. The massive volunteering and philanthropic work carried out by the organization is amazing to see the appreciation of serving the communities which we surround. The push in sustainability in everything the organization does is amazing to see.
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 have really enjoyed the internship it was just an amazing place to work, people who valued your presence and gave feedback. It was amazing to take part in this internship and I would highly recommend it to anyone if they were given an opportunity.
Please rate your level of enjoyment on your placement / internship
5/5
Please rate how your experience met your expectations
5/5

Future Career Prospects

Please rate the future employment prospects at Bank of America
5/5

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Bank of America to a friend?
Yes
What advice would you give to others applying to Bank of America
Apply to Bank of America if you want to grow and be challenged by your work. Bank of America is a place which rewards individuals for finding new ways in solving problems. Networking is key in the organization and is critical in helping you understand the financial services industry.
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