Actuarial Intern Review

by abrdn

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Rating

4.4/5
  • The Role
    4.8
  • The Company
    4.0
  • The Culture
    4.5

    The Role

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

    • Thoroughly enjoyed it. Could not recommend this internship enough.

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

    • Made to feel like one of the team.

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

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

    • Always something to do but never too demanding.

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

    • 4/5
  • 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?

    • Extremely friendly and welcoming.

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

    • Very well organised. Project had been well thought out, I was never short of work. The work was also interesting and challenging.

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

    • Many intern development sessions.

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

    • Subsidised/Company Gym

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

    • I would love to work for the company.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • There was always something to do and by living in serviced apartments with other interns you form really amazing friendships. There has always been something to do/ people to go exploring with.

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

    • We were given accommodation for free which obviously brought down the cost a lot, however Edinburgh is a slightly more expensive city than most.

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

    • Great, always something going on, especially during the Fringe. Edinburgh during Summer is a very lively and vibrant city.

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

    • 4/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Scotland

August 2016

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