Internship Review at Standard Life

The Role

Role Description

I had two main projects to work on, both confidential, therefore details can not be specific. Nevertheless, it was all extremely interesting and I was able to mix with a range of different departments in order to gain information. Overall I have found it a valuable learning experience.

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

I really enjoyed the placement everybody was extremely welcoming and helpful from day 1. Nevertheless, some of the tasks that I had to complete were slightly mundane, but that is to be expected with any internship.

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

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

During the first few weeks I did not really feel like i belonged in the team as they were so busy I felt slightly helpless. However, as the weeks have progressed my team have done a great job of making me feel like a valuable member and they have supported me in any difficulties or problems I may have with my projects.

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

The management within my team was really good, I was made to feel that nothing was too much trouble and they were willing to take 30 minutes to go over concepts that I struggled with rather than just leaving me to my own devises.

4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

This varied from day to day, some days I could be extremely busy others I could be waiting for other teams to get back to me. It tended to get businer towards the end of my placement.

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

I believe I was given quite alot of responsibility, one of my projects was my own and this meant that I had sole responsibility of obtaining data and organising meetings. I really enjoyed that I was given this responsibility, however, support was always available should I require it.

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

It has broadened my business knowledge and I have been able to relate things I have learnt already in uni to real life work which can sometimes be hard to do with the course that I am in. It was very useful and I believe anybody seriously considering a career as an actuary should try to gain an internship.

The Organisation

7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

It was always a great atmosphere to work in. Not sure you could say the fun never stopped mind, after all it is an office work has to be done.

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

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

Like with most things improvements could be made, but on the whole it was extremely well organised.

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

It feels like they have invested a lot of time and expense into my internship, I went to many talks in order to aid in my development and training and it was all very useful.

10. What were the perks on your work placement?

★★★★★★☆☆☆☆

Rated 6/10

• Subsidised Canteen
• Sports and Social Club
• Company Parties/Events
• Staff Sales/Staff Shop
• Above 25 days holiday
• Healthcare/Dental

11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

I would love to be offered a full time job.

Other Information

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

There was a large group of interns and we all got on really well and had a great time in work and out of work together.

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

★★★★★☆☆☆☆☆

Rated 5/10

Average - depends where you go and where you live etc.

14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

Pretty good - just need to know where to go.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

There were an aweful lot of sports clubs and other groups that I could join.

In addition to these questions, is there any extra information you would like to leave about your experiences on your work placement that other students may be interested in?

I throughly enjoyed it - it was a really good experience and the company and people are great.

Review 8/26 for Standard Life

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