Summer Internship Programme - US Property & Casualty department Review

by Aon

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Rating

3.9/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    4.0
  • The Culture
    3.1

    The Role

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

    • The team made the experience thoroughly enjoyable; they welcomed all interns very generously, included and invited us out wherever they could.

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

    • The team were appreciative to the help interns could provide them, as well as interns appreciating the help and guidance given by seniors/mentors.

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

    • There was great support, guidance and training throughout the internship, however, especially at the start of the programme, which gave a good knowledge base to work from.

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

    • I was also kept busy - both between work given by managers and with intern projects as well.

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

    • I feel I was given a fair amount of responsibility by my line manager, as was working on tasks he would do on a daily basis.

    4/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • All skills are transferable, however, this internship gave me a better understanding of the insurance market, which is applicable in my studies at university.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • Constant laughter, enthusiasm, banter - great environment!

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

    • very well organised.

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

    • I feel they invested in me very well, as we were working on the basis that this was an induction to the graduate scheme.

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

    • Company Parties/Events

    Healthcare/Dental
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I would love to come back to Aon, all staff are extremely friendly and helpful.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • It was slightly difficult to mingle with large sums of other interns as we were spread amongst various departments. However socialising did take place.

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

    • It was an average London price

    3/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Was very fortunate we were invited out to corporate events. Was great to socialise and network!

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

    • Yes.

    3/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Business Operations, Information Technology, Insurance & Risk Management

London

August 2012

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