Intern Review

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Rating

4.2/5
  • The Role
    4.2
  • The Company
    4.2
  • The Culture
    4.3

    The Role

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

    • Really enjoyed the 6 weeks, they go by very quickly once you're in the job.

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

    • Colleagues all very welcome, some of them proactively come to you to say hi, my buddies checked in on me every morning to make sure I was doing OK.

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

    • Didn't really see my line manager much but he is always there should I need assistance.

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

    • Work comes in peaks and troughs, just ask your buddies or email the junior consultants for work if you're low on workload.

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

    • I was taken through one transfer value calculation, then asked to do subsequent ones by myself, including the rough checks. This was a tough challenge!

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

    • Lots of actuarial-related training, e.g. getting used to the terminology of pensions. Learnt how to prioritise work and complete tasks to a high quality on a tight schedule.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Lots of out-of-office events, including softball, pub quiz, Ultimate Frisbee, and In-House Olympics. Can join other sports teams as well.

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

    • Definitely structured but very flexible within the structure. The programme made me feel like I was a fresh graduate. It gave me a real sense of what the future day-to-day life would be like once I start working full-time.

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

    • 3 training sessions in the first week, 1.5 hours each. Also had self-study videos on Anti-Money Laundering and Professional Excellence.

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

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

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

    • Apparently outlook for pensions isn't top-notch, but once you qualify as an actuary you can literally do anything.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • Social yet inclusive atmosphere. Everyone I know felt respected. No one forced or pressured into doing something they don't want to do.

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

    • London is expensive. Most of my lunches were over five quid. We often ate outside instead of at the company canteen.

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

    • London. Expensive, but the best in the UK.

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

    • See above. Many sports teams and social events. There is something for everyone.

    5/5
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Internship (1 Month+)

Actuary

London

July 2014

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