Summer Intern in Retirement, Risk and Finance Review

by Mercer

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Rating

3.5/5
  • The Role
    3.6
  • The Company
    3.6
  • The Culture
    3.3

    The Role

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

    • The eight weeks went by very quickly and the working atmosphere was really good

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

    • Everyone was extremely nice and welcoming.

    4/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • I could ask anyone for help at any time

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

    • There were days when the work load was quite light.

    3/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • You certainly get responsibility, but it's obviously not like you're "running the show"

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

    • Great for excel skills etc.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • Very friendly and relaxed climate

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

    • There was an introductory day at the beginning and organisation was generally quite good

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

    • Colleagues sacrificed a lot of their time for explaining general concepts / procedures / pieces of work

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

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

    • If I get a job offer, I will seriously consider it

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • The interns organised quite a few social events amongst themselves

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

    • London is extremely expensive

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

    • There are quite a few easily accesible clubs/ bars around

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

    • Sporting teams, charity events, team socials

    4/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Actuary

London

August 2012

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