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Rating
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The Role
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The Company
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The Culture
- 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?
- 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?
- 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?
- 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?
- 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?
- 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?
- 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?
- 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?
- 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
- 10. What were the perks on your work placement?
- 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?
- 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?
- 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?
- 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?
- 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?
The Role
I was given real, meaningful client work alongside intern projects, giving me a broad experience into different areas and types of work specific to the role. There was also a fun work environment in an open plan office, making it easy to talk to and get involved in conversations with everyone. Everyone was always willing to help out and offer any extra work to get involved with. There was also a great social scene, with lots to get involved in.
Colleagues were always willing to help with my work, in addition to asking me for help with their work and valued my input.
I was given a buddy who was always there to answer any questions I had. Anyone around the office that I went to with questions was also more than happy to help out.
Over the six weeks I was kept busy with multiple tasks, there was always something to do.
I was frequently involved in important client work, in addition to attending a research meeting with a fund manager.
The skills I developed will be highly relevant to my further studies and the career path I intend to take. I built on a great deal of transferable skills, including presentation skills and conducting myself in a professional manner, as well as some highly technical skills, all of which I will no doubt call upon in the future.
The Company
Very friendly and welcoming. There was a very fun yet supportive atmosphere
Highly organised and well set up, with suitable training, projects and deadlines planned in advance.
There were dedicated training sessions and personal development opportunities available.
Sports and Social Club
National Travel
Company Parties/Events
Highly appealing. Very exciting development opportunities and what appears to be a very exciting and rewarding grad scheme, of which I would love to be offered a place onto.
The Culture
Excellent social scene, often things to get involved with both during and after work.
Reasonably expensive, but overall good value for money.
Reasonably relaxed but a large number of pubs and bars.
Many sporting and other social opportunities were offered.
Details
Internship (1 Month+)
Actuary, Banking, Financial Management
South East
July 2019