Work experience trading

Out of interest has anyone done work experience at a BB on a trading desk?
I know this vice president/MD who retired 4/5 months ago, saying he will try and get me a 2/4 week placement on a desk.
Is he likely to be successful? Is their any point in waiting out as I have something else I need to decide on soon.

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