Investment Consulting Review

by Mercer

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Rating

3.1/5
  • The Role
    3.7
  • The Company
    2.5
  • The Culture
    2.9

    The Role

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

    • Was a fantastic place to learn and I was given a large amount of support and help by all staff. Company activities outside the workplace e.g. cricket were also extremely enjoyable.

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

    • They placed trust in me to complete activities and were friendly.

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

    • Support was excellent and I was given a lot of time to understand about the business as well as the industry as a whole.

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

    • 98% of the time I had work to complete.

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

    • A correct amount considering my limited industry experience.

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

    • It has placed me in a strong position for later employment in a variety of industries and taught me a lot about professionalism.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • People were very friendly to each other and helpful.

    3/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • All the interns knew what we were supposed to be doing and had interaction with HR at points during the internship.

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

    • They spent a lot of time nuturing my skills in the industry.

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

    • Sports and Social Club

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

    • 0/5

    The Culture

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

    • People got along very well and there was a good opportunity to meet fellow interns.

    3/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • It was expensive as it was in central London.

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

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

    • I participated in sporting and social activities.

    4/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Management Consulting

London

November 2009

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