Investment Analyst Review

by WTW

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Rating

4/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    4.0
  • The Culture
    3.4

    The Role

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

    • Really contented internship, learnt a lot about the industry and business.

    4/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • very appreciative colleagues

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

    • very supportive supervisors.

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

    • lots to do everyday, never bored

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

    • was given responsibility to write a thought piece that will be included in more than 20 client reports going out.

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

    • consulting skills/routine strengthened

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • friendly

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

    • very good HR organisation and local coordination

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

    • active involvement

    4/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Subsidised/Company Gym

    Financial Bonus

    Above 25 days holiday
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • good working environment

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • yes, decent socials

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

    • cheaper than london

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

    • ok, but not great

    3/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • limited, but if you try hard to look, you might find some

    3/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Actuary, Investment Banking

Yorkshire and Humberside

August 2011

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