GDP - Summer internship Review

by WTW

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Rating

4.4/5
  • The Role
    4.7
  • The Company
    4.0
  • The Culture
    4.4

    The Role

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

    • I really enjoyed my 8 weeks at WTW - would highly recommend.

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

    • I was immediately integrated into my team and felt like I was contributing value to the team which was great.

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

    • I worked in a small team so I appreciate it can be difficult to find 1 to 1 time with an intern, however my manager was great and helped me with any problems I had with work, giving me guidance with new tasks.

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

    • Very busy - We had to complete an intern project in addition to normal day to day tasks which took up lots of time. There was always work to help with, being proactive definitely helps.

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

    • High levels of responsibility

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

    • General business accumen

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Busy, networking is encouraged so people are always available for a conversation.

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

    • very organised - I was impressed with how HR handled the process.

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

    • Heavy investment which was appreciated by all

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

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Company Parties/Events

    Working from home
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Very appealing

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Yes - with both interns and team. Always something going on - very sociable firm.

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

    • London is expensive however great social scene

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

    • great

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

    • Yes - insurance is very sociable.

    4/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Insurance & Risk Management

London

August 2017

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