Pensions Actuary Review

by WTW

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Rating

4.2/5
  • The Role
    4.6
  • The Company
    4.0
  • The Culture
    3.8

    The Role

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

    • I thoroughly enjoyed my internship. The work is so diverse and challenging at the right level.

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

    • Everyone is extremely friendly and happy to help. There are regular social events where you get to know your colleagues better.

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

    • Each intern is allocated a buddy who supports them throughout the internship.

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

    • The amount of work given really varies. Some days are extremely busy and others are not so busy. However, the people who work here are very considerate and can help you if you are having any difficulty managing your work.

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

    • I was given a lot of responsibility from the first day as I was dealing with client work.

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

    • I have learnt so much about the working environment.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • The office is open planned so it is very easy to talk to people around you. Everyone is extremely friendly.

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

    • It was very well organised. There is always work for you to do. In addition, each intern is part of a group project, which was quite exciting.

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

    • They invested a lot of time in me as I was provided with specialist training sessions. Many of my colleagues were willing to take their time to explain things to me.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Subsidised/Company Gym

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

    • I have received some feedback, but it is hard to tell whether I will get the job or not.

    3/5

    The Culture

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

    • Yes everyone was very friendly and we got on quite well.

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

    • It was reasonable.

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

    • It was good.

    3/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • Yes. We had a boat party and also a trip to Alton Towers. Every Friday we have Drinks where you get to socialise.

    5/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

South East

August 2013

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