Investment Banking Summer Analyst Review
at Citi
Internship (1 Month+)
Investment Banking
Canary Wharf
Review Submitted: August 2026
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
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
5/5
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Support and Guidance
5/5
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Company Culture
5/5
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Overall Experience
5/5
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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 in Citi’s Investment Banking division, my role involved supporting deal teams across a range of client projects, including M&A, capital markets transactions, sector research and strategic advisory work. On a day-to-day basis, I assisted with financial analysis, company and industry research, valuation work, preparation of client presentations and internal materials, and the review of market data and transaction precedents.
The role required strong attention to detail, the ability to manage multiple workstreams under time pressure, and clear communication with analysts, associates and senior bankers. I also gained exposure to how investment banking teams advise corporate and financial sponsor clients, how transactions are executed, and how market developments impact client decision-making.
The role required strong attention to detail, the ability to manage multiple workstreams under time pressure, and clear communication with analysts, associates and senior bankers. I also gained exposure to how investment banking teams advise corporate and financial sponsor clients, how transactions are executed, and how market developments impact client decision-making.
Were you given much responsibility during your placement / internship?
Yes, I was given a meaningful level of responsibility throughout the internship. I was trusted to contribute to live workstreams and internal projects, including preparing presentation materials, conducting company and sector research, updating financial analysis, reviewing comparable companies and precedent transactions, and supporting the team with ad hoc requests.
While my work was reviewed by full-time analysts and associates, I felt that my contributions were valued and that I was given opportunities to take ownership of tasks. The internship allowed me to develop my technical skills, improve my understanding of investment banking, and become more confident working in a fast-paced professional environment.
While my work was reviewed by full-time analysts and associates, I felt that my contributions were valued and that I was given opportunities to take ownership of tasks. The internship allowed me to develop my technical skills, improve my understanding of investment banking, and become more confident working in a fast-paced professional environment.
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?
The work was highly meaningful as it provided direct exposure to investment banking advisory and execution processes, while allowing me to contribute to real team deliverables and develop practical technical and analytical skills.
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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?
The level of support and guidance I received was excellent. From the beginning of the internship, I felt supported by analysts, associates and senior team members, who were willing to explain tasks, provide feedback and help me understand the broader commercial context of the work I was doing.
The combination of structured training, regular feedback and day-to-day support made the internship a strong learning experience. I was encouraged to ask questions, take ownership of my work and improve continuously throughout the placement.
The combination of structured training, regular feedback and day-to-day support made the internship a strong learning experience. I was encouraged to ask questions, take ownership of my work and improve continuously throughout the placement.
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 company culture and general atmosphere at Citi were extremely positive, collaborative and supportive. From the beginning of the internship, I felt welcomed by the team and encouraged to ask questions, contribute ideas and take ownership of my work. Colleagues across different levels were approachable, generous with their time and genuinely invested in helping interns learn and develop.
The atmosphere was fast-paced and intellectually stimulating, but also inclusive and team-oriented. I particularly appreciated the strong emphasis on professionalism, teamwork and excellence, as well as the willingness of people to provide guidance and share their experiences. Overall, Citi provided a highly motivating environment that made the internship both enjoyable and valuable.
The atmosphere was fast-paced and intellectually stimulating, but also inclusive and team-oriented. I particularly appreciated the strong emphasis on professionalism, teamwork and excellence, as well as the willingness of people to provide guidance and share their experiences. Overall, Citi provided a highly motivating environment that made the internship both enjoyable and valuable.
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?
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I thoroughly enjoyed my internship at Citi. The experience was highly engaging, rewarding and intellectually stimulating, and it gave me valuable exposure to the investment banking industry. I particularly enjoyed working in a fast-paced environment, contributing to meaningful projects and learning from talented colleagues across different levels of the organisation.
The internship confirmed my interest in investment banking and gave me a much clearer understanding of the role, the skills required and the type of environment in which I would like to build my career. Overall, it was an extremely positive and motivating experience.
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I thoroughly enjoyed my internship at Citi. The experience was highly engaging, rewarding and intellectually stimulating, and it gave me valuable exposure to the investment banking industry. I particularly enjoyed working in a fast-paced environment, contributing to meaningful projects and learning from talented colleagues across different levels of the organisation.
The internship confirmed my interest in investment banking and gave me a much clearer understanding of the role, the skills required and the type of environment in which I would like to build my career. Overall, it was an extremely positive and motivating experience.
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 Citi to a friend?
Yes
What advice would you give to others applying to Citi
My advice to others applying to Citi would be to prepare thoroughly and show a genuine interest in both investment banking and the firm. It is important to understand Citi’s global platform, the work the Investment Banking division does, and how current market trends are affecting clients and transactions.
I would also encourage applicants to develop a strong technical foundation, particularly around valuation, financial statements and market awareness, while also being ready to demonstrate teamwork, resilience and attention to detail. Citi values people who are curious, proactive and willing to learn, so candidates should be confident in asking thoughtful questions and showing enthusiasm throughout the process.
Finally, I would advise applicants to speak to people at the firm where possible, reflect carefully on why they want to work in investment banking, and be prepared to explain why Citi is the right place for them.
I would also encourage applicants to develop a strong technical foundation, particularly around valuation, financial statements and market awareness, while also being ready to demonstrate teamwork, resilience and attention to detail. Citi values people who are curious, proactive and willing to learn, so candidates should be confident in asking thoughtful questions and showing enthusiasm throughout the process.
Finally, I would advise applicants to speak to people at the firm where possible, reflect carefully on why they want to work in investment banking, and be prepared to explain why Citi is the right place for them.
Future Career Prospects
Please rate the future employment prospects at Citi
5/5
Did you receive an offer to return as a graduate?
Waiting to hear
