The company culture varies from office to office. My group wears jeans and sneakers around the office which are extremely comfortable. We eat lunch at our desks because there is so much work to do. This is what I love about the people. We are all fun loving, but when it comes down to work, we don't get up from our desks until we're completely done. There is a strong, team oriented environment.

There is a strong, entrepreneurial culture at UBS. The leadership is very strong, and I look up to all of the Managers. I get along very well with all of my colleagues, which leads to fun times at the office. The work hours are tough, but the people truly make it worth while.

The company is very tough, but at the same time, you meet some great people and bond very well because you're going through such a hard time. I have created a very tight-knit group of friends, and we go out and take our coffee breaks at the same time everyday. The things you learn are priceless and the mentors your find will guide you throughout your career for years to come.

UBS is ruthless. The management doesn't care if you have a girlfriend, family, or a personal life. Once you sign with the company, you are expected to forgo everything for the good of the firm. Do not even think about having a life outside of work. The experience you gain is great, but the costs greatly outweigh the benefits.

You are closely watched at the company. Your internet behavior is closely monitored, your lunch time is closely monitored, and what you do in the office is closely monitored. If you spend too much time on the internet or if you take too long of a lunch, you will be pulled aside and spoken to.

Its not just about how much work you can put it. You really need to network your way into the company. If you can't compete in terms of networking, personality, and likeableness, then you're not going to move up in the company or get noticed. Expect to really go out of your way to kiss up to your management.

An average promotion at the company comes within 4-5 years. If you work hard, and pretty much never ever sleep or leave the office, you can be promoted in as little as two years. Once you get up to high management, you really need to "fit in" to get the promotion. At the high ranks, promotions are very political.

The work is very tough and challenging. I work with great people and am never bored with what I'm working on. I work as a Project Manager and manage developers, systems administrators, and the active traders. It is very intense to work hand-in-hand with the traders in New York, but it is definitely worth the experience.

Stress, stress, and stress. The company is full of smart people, but everyone is always competing against one another. The hours really get to you and you feel like you can't ask your peers for help. If you don't figure out how to do something on your own, then the management will pull you aside and speak to you personally.