Insight Day Review

by WTW

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Rating

3.4/5
  • About You
    3.3
  • The Company
    3.3
  • Everything Else
    3.9

    About You

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy the insight?

    • I really enjoyed the Insight Day. I got to meet some like-minded individuals. I got to see the office environment and network with professionals.

    4/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued during your time at the company or firm?

    • The employees were extremely friendly and approachable. I felt at ease in the office environment due to their welcoming characters.

    4/5
  • 3. How much guidance/support did you receive during the insight?

    • If I had any questions, there was always plenty of people to ask.

    3/5
  • 4. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and information you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • I learnt a lot during the Insight and, for me, it confirmed my desire to work for Towers Watson and become an Actuary.

    3/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?

    • We had an agenda and were sent this in advance. A couple of talks ran over time, but they made sure it finished on time and were understanding with those who had to leave early to catch trains.

    3/5
  • 6. How was the general atmosphere during your insight?

    • It was a warm and friendly atmosphere.

    3/5
  • 7. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • While I was there, I had an interview to become a brand ambassador and we also get the chance to apply for internships early in the summer.

    3/5
  • 8. To what extent did the insight help you to understand what it would be like to have a full time role with the company or firm?

    • We were informed of what a typical day is like.

    3/5
  • 9. How much did the insight help you in understanding the company culture?

    • I understood that the people who work for Towers Watson all care about each other and value the importance of working in a friendly office.

    4/5
  • 10. How valuable was the content in helping you to decide on your future career path?

    • It confirmed what I already thought.

    5/5

    Everything Else

  • 11. Were you paid or reimbursed adequately for this experience?

    • There is a £50 reimbursement limit but they will make exceptions.

  • 12. Were there opportunities for networking and meeting other employees of the company or firm?

    • There was always someone around to ask.

    5/5
  • 13. How were the networking/ social event opportunities?

    • At lunch time, even more employees came down to network with us.

    4/5
  • 14. Did you find out about activities that employees can get involved in outside of work?

    • We weren't told much on this topic.

    3/5
  • 15. Would you recommend this insight to a friend?

    • I would definitely recommend this insight to anyone interested in learning more about Towers Watson and Consulting.

    5/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

London

May 2015

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