Pensions actuary Review

by KPMG

Best Student Employer

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Rating

3.9/5
  • The Role
    4.1
  • The Company
    3.8
  • The Culture
    3.9

    The Role

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

    • The office atmosphere was friendly and very helpful

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

    • You earn their respect during the internship as you show off your skills and what you can bring to the table

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

    • We had a buddy who was a graduate so they were a sounding board for many questions and helped out with any issues we faced.

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

    • I usually finished between 5 and 6 each evening.

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

    • The level of responsibility stepped up as time went on, but this was a good thing and gave me more insight into the job.

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

    • The skills i learnt now transfer really well into some of my thrid year financial modules within my degree.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • the open pln office meant communication was easy and their was a light fun atmosphere

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

    • there was always work for me to do and my buddy had organised who i was to work for during the six weeks.

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

    • you complete training for many key skills during the first week and then it is on the job learning for your more technical skills

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

    • Subsidised Canteen

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

    • after a final partner interview i was offered a graduate position

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • you become good friends with the other interns and went on a few events in the evening with them

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

    • in manchester the social events in the evening are all fairly cheap

    4/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • manchester city centre has a great nightlife scene

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

    • there was a company quiz and departmental social events every few weeks

    4/5
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Internship (1 Month+)

North West

November 2013

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