Intern Review

by Aon

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Rating

3.7/5
  • The Role
    3.9
  • The Company
    3.4
  • The Culture
    3.8

    The Role

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

    • I found my internship a thoroughly enjoyable experience. It has allowed me to develop my skills, build a network of contact and experience the London insurance market!

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

    • Everyone was extremely welcoming - from HR to senior management most people made an effort to ensure that interns felt welcome.

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

    • I found the management structure in my immediate team a little confusing/disorganised however, I'm sure this is fairly localised.

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

    • Yes - I was always provided with valuable tasks to carry out. There were no dull moments!

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

    • I was given a wide range of responsibilities including: face to face client interaction and broking responsibilities.

    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 already graduated, but I am sure the skills I have developed will assist me in my future career!

    3/5

    The Company

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

    • The office had the right balance of hard work and colleague interaction. It was supportive team atmosphere.

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

    • Very well organised - I had a good idea of what I'd be doing when as well as the overall aims and objectives.

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

    • I felt the company invested a great deal in interns. We were given a training day with a leading insurance trainer as well as team development days at the beginning of the internship!

    3/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

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

    • I hope to get a job with Aon

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • Everyone got on really well.

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

    • London is fairly expensive, as one would expect.

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

    • The city has a large variety of bars, clubs and restaurants.

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

    • Lots of team drinks and lunches,

    4/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Business Operations, Insurance & Risk Management, Market Research

London

August 2013

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