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Lazard

Spring Intern Review

at Lazard

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Investment Banking

London

Review Submitted: November 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 Experience
5/5 - Skills Development
5/5 - 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.
The insight gave a well-rounded view into Lazard's banking and day-to-day operations. For the 3-day programme, the interns interacted with bankers from various product and sector teams within Lazard, and learnt about each team and their work and tasks. Interns also networked with each other and collaborated on group projects and tasks required throughout the insight.
What was it like understanding all about the business and potential roles available?
Lazard provided many details into further opportunities available at the firm. We, as interns, got the opportunity to hear from current employees about how they progressed to their current role, and what skills they developed to excel in their jobs.
Lazard provided an excellent insight into their businesses. Employees from all teams spoke to us about how their work contributes to Lazard's operations.
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 teamwork and communication skills especially throughout the Insight Programme. I was able to collaborate and network with many students from different backgrounds, and be able to learn from them and their past experiences. I also developed my valuation skills, as we had a training session from an external company on Valuations.
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?
The company culture and general atmosphere was very pleasant. Employees were helpful and willing to answer any questions that students had. Members of the HR Graduate Recruitment Team were always around to support students and to help them with any concerns. The teams in which I was exposed to seemed genuine and inclusive.
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 thoroughly enjoyed the Spring Insight Programme. I got lots of exposure to Lazard as a firm and what tasks and transactions the teams may work on. I noticed that the teams interacted with each other a lot, and that communication skills were vital for this. I was very happy with the networking opportunities available. I was very impressed with the support given to me by my buddy throughout the 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 reimbursed expenses

Recommendations and Advice

Please rate the future employment prospects at Lazard
5/5
Would you recommend Lazard to a friend?
Yes
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Lazard
I would say to make sure your application stand out. Lazard take interns from all different degree courses, so having a genuine interest in financial advisory and having a hobby that is unique to you is important. Showing in your cover letter that you have researched the bank is also important.
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