Summer Intern Review

by WTW

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Rating

3.8/5
  • The Role
    4.1
  • The Company
    3.6
  • The Culture
    3.6

    The Role

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

    • The work was varied and very engaging.

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

    • The staff very friendly and very helpful. Interns were assigned a mentor and a buddy who answered questions fully and made you feel a part of the team.

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

    • Our line manager made everything clear and offered support whenever required.

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

    • Initially there was not too much work available but as we demonstrated our ability to complete certain tasks we were given more work.

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

    • A lot of responsibility was given but all work was checked and reviewed by more senior staff.

    3/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • Learnt a lot about pensions and finance which can be recalled for future use.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • The atmosphere was friendly and the office was open plan which enabled better communication with colleagues.

    4/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • Very well organised and constantly improving.

    4/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • Offered some initial training but only so much that six weeks could offer.

    3/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Company Parties/Events
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Got a return graduate offer within a week of completing the internship.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • There were six other interns in our department and location which made for good interaction.

    4/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • London is expensive but the pay compensates a little.

    3/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • London has good nightlife.

    4/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • Got to play cricket with the company team and there were other socials.

    4/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Actuary

London

August 2011

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