Benefits Intern Review

by WTW

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Rating

4.5/5
  • The Role
    4.5
  • The Company
    4.8
  • The Culture
    4.0

    The Role

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

    • Very enjoyable experience and friendly office atmosphere.

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

    • Everybody very approachable and friendly and 'real' work was set.

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

    • Good structured support system with a buddy, mentor and line manager assigned to each intern.

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

    • It varied, initally at the start of the internship we weren't too busy but gradually we got given more work and responsibility. Their was a good balance.

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

    • I was set work on a couple of different client projects so was given alot of responsibility.

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

    • 5/5

    The Company

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

    • Friendly atmosphere with lots of social opportunities.

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

    • Very good structure.

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

    • Very good on the job type training and always opportunities to ask questions.

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

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Company Parties/Events
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I received an offer from them.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Lots of social opportunities.

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

    • Expensive as it was London prices.

    2/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Good social side - lots of pubs and bars nearby.

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

    • Alot of socials held frequently.

    5/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Actuary

London

September 2011

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