Actuarial Trainee Review

by Mercer

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Rating

4.6/5
  • The Role
    4.5
  • The Company
    4.8
  • The Culture
    4.5

    The Role

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?

    • Absolutely loved it - the work, the people, the company

    5/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • Once I became quicker at the work I felt more valued

    4/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • I was explained the work very well and could always ask if I needed any help.

    5/5
  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

    • Varied - sometimes extremely busy and sometimes didn't have much but always had something to do

    4/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • I was working on calculations which would be sent to clients

    5/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • I learnt a huge amount about the actuarial profession and want to become an actuary after I graduate

    5/5

    The Company

  • 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

    • Everyone was extremely friendly

    5/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • 5/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • 5/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Company Parties/Events

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop
    5/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • 5/5

    The Culture

  • 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?

    • I met up with the other interns every lunch and most Fridays after work. There were other events such as rounders and netball to take part in on weekday evenings.

    5/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • Expected London prices

    4/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Surrounded by bars and restaurants!

    5/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • 5/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Actuary

London

August 2011

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