Candidate testimonials

 “I probably would not have applied for this scheme without Rare's help, because I would never have known about it or thought that it would be suitable for me. I found the interview training that Rare provided really useful. This was my weakest area and Rare really helped me to develop my competencies so that they clearly demonstrated my capabilities.”

Hannah Dennison, BA (Hons), Natural Sciences, Cambridge

Hannah gained a place on the NHS General Management programme through Rare.

"Rare helped me land a summer internship with the M&A team at UBS in 2007. They prepared me for the interviews, numerical tests and assessment centre. During the internship, they provided me with constant guidance and feedback, helping me gain a full-time graduate position starting in July 2008. Following a year at UBS, Rare were instrumental in helping me move on to Rothschild to join their FIG team starting in June 2009. Within two weeks of calling them, I had an interview set up with Rothschild. They have provided me with incredible, on-going support throughout my career and I hope I can repay them in the future."

Rasvi Ahmed, BA (Hons) Economics, LSE

Rasvi gained a summer internship and then a full-time role in the investment banking division of UBS through Rare. With our help, Rasvi has now gained a role at Rothschild.

"Of all the help that I received from Rare I found that the practice interview was the most useful. Daniel told me exactly where I was going wrong and where I was absolutely hopeless. He also told me which bits were good and that gave me a lot of confidence... Without Rare’s help I am certain my application would have been unsuccessful."

Bianca Stewart, BA History and Politics, Nottingham

Bianca gained a summer internship with L’Oréal through Rare.

"Knowing that when I was extremely nervous about the assessment day I could talk through my fears with someone knowledgeable was the best thing about applying through Rare. All the Rare staff that I have had contact with have been friendly, supportive and down to earth."

Ruth Malarky, BA (Hons) International Relations, St. Andrews

Ruth gained a graduate position on the Civil Service Fast Stream programme through Rare.

"The interview preparation sessions were very candidate specific; they really helped you work on your areas of strengths and weaknesses, rather than just feeding you with a presentation that told you the best way to answer interview questions. GREAT SUPPORT!"

Michael Isola, BA (Hons) Philosophy, Politics and Economics, Oxford

Michael gained an internship and then a full-time role in the sales and trading securities division of Goldman Sachs through Rare.

"Firstly I want to say a BIG thank you to all of the Rare team. I am so delighted with this offer and I am really grateful for all the help and support you gave me. The phone conversation on the evening helped tremendously with the stress and all through the assessment centre I remembered your words and that confidence is the key."

Purvi Patel, Bsc (Hons), Economics, Warwick

Purvi gained an internship and then a full-time role in the operations division of UBS through Rare.

"Rare gave me a detailed insight into what would happen at the assessment centre, as well as well-thought through and unbiased advice on making the right decisions when deciding between offers which was amazingly helpful. They were there with me every step of the way and helped me achieve my potential in all assessments. The materials provided to me and various consultation meetings helped me stay on track and I was able to communicate any fears I had about the process with them, always certain that I would get an honest answer to any queries I had. The many dinners and meetings arranged with representatives also played a big role in the process. I was able to speak to bankers individually and ask them in depth questions in a relaxed atmosphere. Opportunities like that are priceless and not really available to people like myself."

Anne-Marie Imafidon, Bsc (Hons), Mathematics and Computer Science, Oxford

Anne-Marie gained an internship and then a full-time role in the technology division of Goldman Sachs through Rare.

"Once again, thank you so very, very much for your time and guidance. After your preparation, the assessment day seemed rather pleasant!"

Dwayne Goode, BSc (Hons) Electronic Engineering with Communications Engineering, UCL

Dwayne gained a summer internship and then a full-time role in the technology division of Merrill Lynch through Rare.

"I really appreciated the fact that you kept checking on me which made me feel comfortable approaching you when it was time for my interview. Also the fact that Daniel was willing to talk to me outside his work hours to discuss my interview was one thing I really appreciated."

Damilola Jaiyeola, MEng (Hons) Chemical Engineering, Imperial

Dami gained an internship and then a full-time role at KPMG through Rare.

 "Rare allows its members to make the best of their talents, so that you gain the relevant position based on your own merits and not your connection with Rare. I found this particularly appealing, as Rare was exposing me to brilliant opportunities and refining my skills, but getting the job in the end was down to me, which heightened the sense of accomplishment."

Norah Ali, LLB European Law, Warwick

Norah gained a vacation placement and then a training contract with Slaughter and May through Rare.