西瓜视频

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Rating

4.4/5
  • The Role
    4.4
  • The Company
    4.3
  • The Culture
    4.5

    The Role

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?
  • I was absolutely gutted that it finished, would have definitely stayed for a few extra weeks had I been required.

    5/5

  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?
  • I was made to feel really at home by the newest staff and the most senior consultants alike.

    5/5

  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?
  • My buddy Tom Hepworth couldn't have done any more for me.

    5/5

  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?
  • The first week to ten days was quite slow, but I think this was due to the time of year and also the necessity to set up email accounts, onboarding checklists etc.

    4/5

  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?
  • I felt like I was getting involved in some important work so the levels of responsibility given were quite high.

    4/5

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

    The Company

  • 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?
  • Perfect balance between everyone working hard but also socialising really well. It was hard to believe that such a prestigious, large company could have such an enjoyable atmosphere!

    5/5

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

  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
  • The company offered every opportunity for core as well as additional training. Us interns were sent down to the London office several times for specific training sessions the company felt that we would find useful.

    5/5

  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?
  • Sports and Social Club

    National Travel

    Financial Bonus

    3/5

  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?
  • I sincerely hope that my performance during my internship will earn me a place on the graduate scheme next year!

    5/5

    The Culture

  • 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement 西瓜视频s/colleagues?
  • There was some kind of social event going on almost every other day and at a lot of lunch times. A great way to meet some of the staff you might not encounter much during a normal working day.

    5/5

  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?
  • I lived in a 西瓜视频 accommodation so the costs were manageable.

    5/5

  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?
  • Leeds has got a really lively and easy to access nightlife.

    5/5

  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?
  • I personally got involved in 5-a-side football at lunchtimes. I know there was a swiming 'club' as well as other individual activities.

    5/5

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Internship (1 Month+)

Actuary, Insurance & Risk Management

North West

September 2015


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