Pensions Actuary Review

by Aon

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Rating

3.9/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    4.1
  • The Culture
    3.3

    The Role

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

    • I really enjoyed the buzz of the office environment, and I really enjoyed tackling real work. I looked forward to going to work every day.

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

    • Every colleague treated me with respect, and made themselves available with good support when needed. I was trusted with actual work, and was praised when I completed work.

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

    • To a good extent; my manager checked up on me quite regularly, seeing what activities I was doing, which provided me with an opportunity to offer my views. From this stemmed occasional guidance.

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

    • I was sufficiently challenged, and most of the time I had small deadlines to balance. Occasionally I needed to pursue work, but this wasn't a real issue.

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

    • I was given actual work to do, which I could see through to the end. I felt trusted to complete work independently, but also not unsupported.

    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 learnt so much about what actuaries do, and I am continuing into the profession. In my final year, I have already drawn on my improved skills I developed during my placement.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • The atmosphere was a good working atmosphere, but not so serious that you couldn't go over to talk to a colleague, or share an occasional laugh.

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

    • The overall internship scheme was quite well organised, but sometimes I and fellow interns were unsure of a couple of minor things. Feedback was clearly a very important thing for the company, and this was well integrated into the scheme.

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

    • The company invested a lot of time with colleagues providing regular help with work that was new to me. In addition, numerous intern training sessions were held; and we attended the general training attended by other colleagues.

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

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

    • I'm very much looking forward to going back, and as I understand, prospects are good; responsibility increases with experience, and salary follows.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • The social scene was good, relaxed, and I really enjoyed spending time with other interns.

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

    • I commuted from home over the course of my internship, but the cost of socialising was expected for London.

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

    • London nightlife

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

    • There were quite regular, and varied social events with colleagues.

    4/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Accounting

London

February 2008

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