Degree Apprentice Review

by Goldman Sachs

Rating

10/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

    • I work as a commodity trader, daily this involved submitting trades, conducting research and communicating with the sales teams.

    10/10
  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

    • I have learnt lots of skills in excel and other microsoft software as well as coding skills such as python.

    10/10
  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

    • I enjoy my role a lot, it is a pleasure to work for GS.

    10/10
  • 4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

    • There are regular meetings with HR/Managers/Sponsors of the programme and there is ample structuring in place.

    10/10
  • 5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

    • The employer is incredibly supportive with the development of my skills.

    10/10
  • 6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

    • The training provider is perfectly supportive of our qualification goals, this includes recently sitting FCA exams.

    10/10
  • 7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

    • The University qualification is very well adapted to help improve my on the job performance in my role. This includes a significant work-based module.

    10/10
  • 8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

    • There are many societies and sports clubs which are freely available to all employees.

    10/10
  • 9a. Would you recommend Goldman Sachs to a friend?

    • Yes

  • 9b. Why?

    • It is at the forefront of modern day investment banking, you are surrounded by highly skilled professionals and everyone is incredibly welcoming and friendly.

  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Goldman Sachs?

    • Study hard and do well in school exams, have a good understanding of the current financial system.

Details

Degree Apprenticeship

Banking

London

March 2025

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