DAY IN THE LIFE OF AN ACTUARIAL SUMMER INTERN AT WILLIS TOWERS WATSON

[@PaigeY]

If anyone is interested in learning more about the work of actuaries, check out these sites: www.actuaries.org.uk/become-actuary/what-actuary , www.actuarialcareers.co.uk/career-advice/what-is-an-actuary/ . I found these really useful when researching careers last year! Actuaries work in lots of different fields so it is impossible to summarise in a single video. Hopefully this video gives you an insight into an intern's typical day - it's more about the learning at this stage and my day-to-day work was by no means representative of what a qualified actuary gets up to!

[@omarfarukh8200]

I want to do PhD in Cambridge university, can you help me with your insights

[@salomepinto5887]

thanks =>

[@remlatzargonix1329]

PaigeY ...ahhh, yes, actuarial positions....they can be difficult to get, so good for you!.... I was wondering how much info they gave interns/new employees, when putting you to work on projects....I am not looking for the specific info, but rather, if you had a problem to solve, did they give you functions, algorithms, suggest distributions to use, etc. I have several analytic/quants degrees, but I am worried that I might be given more than I could handle. Also, what level of excel,expertise did they require?....Did you use any programming languages?....If so which ones?..R?, ...Python?

[@mancinellismathlab7451]

Nice video! I’m a working Actuarial Analyst in the US. Check out my channel to see the kinds of math actuaries must learn. 🙂

[@mayas6574]

I live in Reigate :) I love your videos you should do a meet up there!!!!

[@bradleymorris161]

Nothing like procrastinating by watching someone else being productive.

[@francisg131]

I feel personally attacked

[@charliebrayson]

@Tomakak why you have to be a dick

[@muhammadridho7680]

@Tomakak that's why self educating a lot more better

[@nikojuntunen154]

me rn

[@jonathanmathenjwa974]

That's so me

[@millyrobinson5757]

This is so helpful because it shows what it is ACTUALLY like, not just doing nothing all day

[@PaigeY]

I ALWAYS had something to be working on throughout the whole 8 weeks - the complete opposite of “doing nothing” 👌

[@citizenearth71]

Very helpful. Thanks.

[@yasmineenimsay9132]

PaigeY in Canada we do 12 weeks of intern minimum, doing nothing during this whole time is going to be boring :p

[@chitransh_kapoor8742]

Hi PaigeY, Here in India we do internships for 4-6 months and usually we get to internships in the last semester of University.... If found suitable we get an offer from the organisation to join permanently. I am happy to see such detailed video about internship in just 10 minutes. Although I never got an opportunity to work as an intern I think it was great for you. Hope you got to learn life changing experience from it. Great video 😅 Thanks for sharing your experience 😊

[@ChannelMath]

@inanna Mikky that's great if you are actually doing nothing! you can use that time to learn or just entertain yourself. Or even make money on the side!

[@muyeennawaz5878]

I have been watching your videos since almost a year now..And this has led to an increase in my grades like I was B's last year and now I am A*s . This is all just because of you paige, thanks for being my inspiration. Your videos give me motivation and inspiration to enjoy my life at the same time work hard to achieve my goals.This is Kulsum from India .. Keep going..... love from India

[@PaigeY]

Congrats Kulsum!! This is all down to your hard work, nothing to do with me 🥳 thanks so much for watching my videos and I’m so glad they have helped motivate you!

[@muyeennawaz5878]

😁😁

[@siinus4064]

same!!!

[@berylmiao7461]

Me too! Hope i can get better achievement.

[@harishragavendra1219]

Me too from india👋🇮🇳 Thinking of a career in this path. What qualifications do i need ??🤔 (I am right now in 12th studying in CBSE BOARD)

[@janceerodcolegio6102]

lmao i forgot that you're in UK and i just wondered where on Earth the steering wheel was 0:56

[@user-hj4eo5pu4v]

I know!! I was so confused as to why she put the bag on the wrong seat...

[@bhoomika6008]

You know, it is the same way in India!

[@AniruddhaRajguru]

Right side is the correct side.

[@brunomartin4928]

I can't believe how unconfortable I was looking at the steering wheel at the right side

[@veridianr2490]

That's most of the world

[@giordana94]

Omg Paige is driving a car instead of riding a bike ! So strange! 😂

[@PaigeY]

I knowww what’s happened to me 😆

[@giordana94]

@@PaigeY just becoming an adult, they say

[@SapphireDemirsoz]

I've never seen someone upload a video like this, it's so good to watch someone else doing internships or part-time work with a graduate employer!

[@Richythekiller1]

Paige, as a newly qualified actuary after 8 solid years of studying, I very much enjoyed the video - really could relate to my usual day! Whilst I'm based in a very different actuarial role, the nature of the science is the core understanding. It challenges me every day and is indeed financially rewarding - if it was easy everyone would do it! And I bet tons of future actuaries have already watched this :D all the best

[@higg6675]

Hey, are you South African?

[@kalas.n6069]

@@higg6675 The name sounds very Dutch

[@zidan9487]

@@kalas.n6069 so he can be South African as well with that name. Just means his ancestors would of immigrated to South Africa.

[@wandisilemyeki1737]

Are actuaries overworked or do they have decent time for life outside of work?

[@yussefourchane2321]

I’m an Actuary in Canada and just did an internship with WTW, I loved it! Great to hear how much other people like it too! 😁

[@mukii2807]

@@wandisilemyeki1737 late but yeah actuaries have an okay work-life balance

[@ayanas9892]

First, FINALLY SOMEONE POSTS SOME ACTUAL REALISTIC CONTENT. Second, please tone down your awesomeness. It is way too much. Three, I'm obsessed with your videos (well always was)

[@PaigeY]

Thank you, keeping it real is my top priority! ☺️

[@TimN-5]

I'm a reinsurance underwriter and Willis is my favorite broker for sure. You're obviously very bright, and I'm sure they'll offer you a job, but if I can offer any advice, stay humble. Some of the brightest and most successful actuaries I've worked with, the ones that go on to lead companies, are the ones that are just really down to earth and never try to be the smartest person in the room (even though they are). Best of luck in your career!

[@bri961]

Noted. I'm just curious though, Is working as a reinsurance underwriter a good career?

[@volitionant9682]

brilliyan ibnu it’s a boring one so I wouldn’t suggest it. If you don’t think it’s even moderately boring then it’s time to stop lying to yourself :)

[@bri961]

@@volitionant9682 is the salary worth it then?

[@TimN-5]

@@bri961 it's a great career!

[@volitionant9682]

brilliyan ibnu If you don’t mind being bored to death and slowly becoming a soulless golem.

[@karin7872]

Please never place your bag on the passengerseat and then walk around to the driversite. This is exactly how I got robbed from my bag. I may not live in the UK but in the Netherlands, but I think this is not something that only happens in my country. Just telling you so it doesn't happen to you 😉 Lovely video btw (as always) 😊

[@sarahjoybrittain5009]

what should you do?

[@karin7872]

@@sarahjoybrittain5009 since it happened to me I take my handbag with me in to the car at the driversite. And when I close the door I put the locks on immediately. Maybe it sounds paranoid but it almost happened to me again a couple of months later only 100 metres from the place I was robbed. Only this time I had my cardoors locked in time.

[@ainshafee8305]

The same thing happen in my country actually . Some people got robbed when they put their bag on the passenger seat. This happen especially when they stop at the traffic light. They will try to break the window cars or if you don't lock the car, they will open it and steal your stuff

[@clarissestanford]

haha, recommend clicking your bag or handbag in with a seatbelt, my mom does that so that if someome ever tried to steal through the window, the bag would be stuck

[@fairyqueen9281]

Hi Paige! You've kept me company these past weeks while I was studying for my last exam which I did last Thursday! I'm so happy :) thanks for your videos, I'll keep watching you studying for my thesis and post graduation stuff!

[@PaigeY]

Congrats on finishing exams!! 🥳

[@mielbq]

the fact that I can actually understand this video bc I am taking actuarial sciences and going into my 2nd year in uni!! Glad to hear about your internship 😍👍🏻

[@ummesalmatahir6745]

Aaaah this reminds me of my apprentice days at a IP Law firm! I was offered the actual job there but I knew it wasn't for me when I started zoning out but it gave me tonnes of experience and confidence. Anyone considering internships, GO FOR IT! It's worth it!

[@bygnahzdivad]

Nice video!!! Although like most of your other viewers, I wasn't expecting you to pursue an actuarial career. Having said that, congrats on joining the rest of us in the actuarial profession, :DDDDD!!!! Here are some things you can expect on your path to become a qualified actuary: 1. Actuarial exams shall become your life until you get your FIA (UK) or FSA/FCAS (North America), :DDDDDDD 2. You'll meet some of the smartest people out there and they'll become a great source of inspiration for you in your own life 3. You will probably fail at least one actuarial exam and when you do, ice cream and 'Move Along' by The All American Rejects will help you get back on track 4. When you're close to becoming a qualified actuary, you get to give advice to your interns on how to tackle exams ;DDDD

[@mahek542]

Love you Paige ...really looking forward to see your study related videos in Cambridge..

[@Kittykatgoroar4]

I found the same thing whilst on work experience this summer! By the end of the day I was shattered but the time absolutely flew by!

[@subhashchander1771]

Hello Paige 💗 I really hope you see this one !💝 I am Nitin from India and l developed interest in physics in my class 9 and then I found your channel you motivate me to study harder than I did earlier.I want to get into IIT one of the best institute in india and you really motivate me to fulfil my dream THANKYOU so much💛

[@junesummer6250]

Hey Nitin! All the best! I have a question. Have you heard of IISER? I'm studying in the Pune branch :) IISER is great for those who want to get into the sciences and not engineering

[@promitaghosh235]

Hi Nitin ..best of luck and work hard

[@subhashchander1771]

@@junesummer6250 no I don't know about this but will I will surely search about it. THANKYOU

[@subhashchander1771]

@@promitaghosh235 thank you I will do !😁

[@subhashchander1771]

@TheRenaissanceman65 Yes!it is all about following our passion

[@JustRolly]

I’m an Italian guy and I love watching your vids not only for the great uni content you bring, but also because of.. you 🥰 I mean it’s impossible not to fall for such a charming and beautiful british girl 😍

[@vaishnaviiyer7364]

Was procrastinating my studying for quite a while now!! I am a total Pro at Procrastination!! Saw your video... And now I'm HAPPILY PROCRASTINATING!😂😂😂 P.S. Saying this for maybe the thousandth time... YOU ARE EXTREMELY AMAZING AND HARDWORKING, AND MY ROLE MODEL!❤️❤️❤️

[@trenawhite]

Grown up Paige! 😉 I feel sure you’re going to be an asset to whoever you end up working for. Thanks for the look around and the description of what you did. Very interesting.

[@yunjinfilter]

As someone French it's always weird to see someone drive on the other side 😂

[@annafouatih218]

SAME!

[@nirajshah8023]

Hi Paige!! I found this very interesting! I did an internship this summer as well in actuarial consulting (but in pensions not insurance) and I enjoyed listening to this to compare my experiences as an intern to yours!

[@toobadin171]

Omg I'm in love with this video. I'm so proud of you!! If you get amazing internship you get so happy and productive and a sneak a peak in adult life. Me too with the driving skills, I got more confident too. This is amazing Paige

[@siliph7828]

Ahhhhhh! This is what we all have been waiting for!😆 Really look up to strong inspiring women like you!!❤❤

[@odetosophxo5252]

This is helpful because this is the sort of internship I will be looking for whilst I’m at uni! ☺️

[@EmpireOfLuciferSatanson666]

Paige can drive! Great internship though, makes adulting much easier and manageable.

[@mujgan8026]

Paige you are really hardworking person even though you had a full time job u still had time to prepare your videos and you really inspire me to work hard Keep going!😉

[@lukeallan6486]

Wow smart and pretty. Actuarial jobs ive heard are very hard to do but financially rewarding. Well done.

[@ronjasmile7946]

Literally understood nothing of what you do sorry 😂

[@rossella7207]

@@waleedalzuabi5131 that's rude

[@BO-ur7gd]

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[@kathrinedevries4364]

Math!

[@ronjasmile7946]

Kathrine DeVries that's not only math that's also a lot of other terms- apart from that I'm from Germany so English isn't my first language

[@Sam-yu4ve]

She made Excel graphs bascially

[@marzipanlady2800]

Look at you go, you professional woman you! Seems like you had a productive time! Can't wait for another year of Cambridge vlogs!

[@sweetlovesong3941]

You have inspired me so much to try to become the best version of myself thank you♥️♥️

[@Zannat101]

Please tell us how do you be productive when you don't feel well.

[@user-td5lj9ve1d]

you're working non stop all the time... it is so motivating. thank u Paige!! xx

[@gonzalocarabajal63]

Great video Paige!! Congrats for completing your internship! 🙌

[@puneetkaur13]

0:09 my goodness! Looks like a scene from a movie to me :D this happy/chilled out mode of yours is the best sis!!

[@yiqingwang3896]

Love the way you explain everything you do on your intern job in detail!

[@mirjampirn5634]

My mum is an actuary and it’s so fun to see someone talk about it💛

[@PaigeY]

From what I’ve seen it’s a pretty cool career!

[@mirjampirn5634]

PaigeY she loves it! And I’m thinking about going the same route when I don’t get into medicine😅

[@havif1071]

Hi Paige! I'm a new master of actuarial science student at CASS. This is a great video for me to get a better picture of how an actuary work in the UK. I hope someday I will have the chance to work as an actuary in the UK like you :) cheers!

[@lyte3339]

Her videos give me a 2009-2010 vibe and I'm living for it

[@shawnpcyril4200]

I'm giving this a Like because it actually shows the work you do with clips from work space rather than just talking about it. ❤️

[@oliverpearce2144]

I honestly can't like this video enough! As somebody who wants to be an actuary one day, this is definitely my favourite video of yours. Thank you

[@PaulMoorshead]

It’s a great choice of career so good luck!

[@RYANP3Z]

Hi Paige nice video! I also worked as an actuarial analyst at Willis towers Watson in pensions. I’m still in the field but with Milliman now. Keep up the good work. Cheers!

[@CJ-uw8gv]

Hey Paige! Just curious, why did you do an internship in finance when you're from science background?

[@kaz9242]

Yeah I'm curious too

[@augiimeland]

I am doing a bachelors in finance and i can tell that it is very normal for scientist students to come and work in the finance industry, the background reason would be that the field of finance is extremly quantitative and analytically based, which translates well to the mathematics and the analytical thinking that scientist students learn. But the main reason could be many things, maybe scientists would like to get into a higher paying job, like in finance, than what a job as a astrophysicist(example) would pay. Or they just might be interested in the workings of the complex financial market🤷🏼‍♂️ Fun fact: The fund manager who predicted the financial crisis of 2008 (Michael Burry) (also seen in the movie The Big Short) was previously an physician.

[@Samonomics]

I did a Physics degree and am now an Actuary. The reason being £££££! And well it uses Maths too

[@blackumbrella6199]

Because finally she has comes to the reality, that's why. Don't believe me? Alright, name four of the richest man in the world. Bezos, musk, buffett, the list go on... Now you name me the last four scientists who won the Nobel prize. See? Nobody knows, nobody cares. That's why scientists turned to financial. To make 200k a year.

[@laurar7235]

its so cool that you've uploaded this just as I started my trainee program ;D

[@angiview5877]

Finally new video !! I am so happy 😂😂❤ that actually made my day!! 😘 love your videos !! ❤❤🥰

[@kathrinedevries4364]

THANK YOU!! I've been looking at becoming an Actuary for a good portion of my college career, and wanted to know what it truly entails. Working at Willis Towers Watson must have been such a great opportunity!

[@angiview5877]

More than proud of you Paige !! ❤❤ You reached so much!! 🥰 You will have a great future girl !! 💕

[@desireealicea]

Jesus, she does more, produces, creates and learns more in this internship than my 3 jobs combined!

[@musikhamster01]

As you've entered the car I was like "Wait, everything is on the wrong side!" than I realized that you are in the UK :D

[@musikhamster01]

@FRODO SWAGGINS For me the wrong one

[@aman_9699]

So inspiring & fun to watch you Paige, thank you so much for making my 10.23 min time inspiring.

[@anurupasaha8051]

Hey Paige! How do u deal with so much of nervousness? We've generally known u as a cool person but seeing u work so well gives me goosebumps already and a chill runs down my spine!😨😓 could you please tell me if u actually knew what exactly internships were all about and how go about them so perfectly before going to one of this kind? 💖🇮🇳

[@BO-ur7gd]

Anurupa Saha ‏Hello guys 🌸 I uploaded my first ASMR video..I always wanted to do ASMR for it's magical way in taking us out of this toxic world .. I hope you like it ( it is a witch role play ) 🕸🔮

[@mysusume]

You're amazing. So hard-working and self aware for your age. You're going to go far in life (you already have!). As a PhD student in Japan, I still feel out of depth most of the time

[@yoyowhatsapp131]

Wow Paige!! Congrats on the internship. You are really hard working and very organised and it shows in your vids.

[@Adam-bo5kt]

Well done Paige! Capital Modelling is by far the best Actuarial function to work in if you decide to go down that route!

[@Cytroit]

Hi! I'm vaishnavi and I'm from India! Recently started watching your videos and I love them!😃 I also dream of studying abroad and making vlogs!😍 Lots of love from India! 🥰😍

[@oguzhanacikgozzz]

Stay in your country

[@simimathew7357]

Iam also from India😍

[@hardikgulati7681]

@@oguzhanacikgozzz You too stay in middle East! We don't want you to become a part of the European Union. You're not Europeans.

[@oguzhanacikgozzz]

Yes you are right, we are not European. Because we are not killer and imperialist. :))

[@Me-ss2gq]

Hey Paige! Just a question: was this internship strange/challenging seeing as its not related to your current degree? Thanks!

[@PaigeY]

Some aspects of my degree were definitely applicable to the role, for example actuaries need strong numerical skills which I have developed from my maths modules at uni. However, as you say actuarial work is not directly related to my degree, so it did take some adjustment. It was fun learning something new though and most of the work I did just required the ability to think things through carefully and apply good logic.

[@Me-ss2gq]

@@PaigeY Ah okay, thanks for replying!

[@GamerscoreOfThrones]

I study actuarial science at the University of Connecticut in the US. I’m in my senior year and this is a fantastic video to show what an actuary does daily and what the responsibilities we have are. I’ve done reserves for 2 summers now. Out of curiosity did you use excel or R on this job?

[@saintsfan09]

This was actually interesting. Really nice little look into what you did in your Internship

[@tanishkaaggarwal5997]

Ohh! Look at that- our little paige all grown up! 😍 😘

[@PadmeP]

Awww, I went to 6th form college just across the road, always wondered what went on in those smart offices.

[@Taqueroutlawshade]

I’ve never been so thankful for being a software engineer 🤣

[@ChannelMath]

HAHAHA me too. Although as a top actuary you do get the satisfaction (or stress) that what you're doing is very important and affects many lives. Most devs work on things that are so marginal

[@aliciarocharodriguez2486]

I can't believe I found your video! , I'm also studying actuaral science but in Mexico in UNAM

[@caffeinat3dd]

Awesome day in the life video with bits of witty moments which made it very enjoyable!

[@nothandotshuma]

This already looks interesting😍😍

[@kiarasam3176]

Loving your vids Paige!! Thank u for making them :)

[@12lokki]

Omg! Look at my little Paige, being all grown up with a nine-five job. They grow up so fast :’)

[@ziggy-xo8ni]

Are you her mom?? 😮?

[@12lokki]

Min Suga is a genius lol no

[@ziggy-xo8ni]

@@12lokki 😂 ok I thought you were😂😂😂

[@felicity0825]

Hi Paige. I've enjoyed your study videos, but I relate much more to this video as a working woman. Good luck for your career and of course for your academic life!

[@odinsshieldmaiden]

Totally forgot, that you guys have the driving wheels on the right side instead of the left 🤦‍♀️

[@jemimawilson774]

The video I was most excited for !!

[@n.oelaniii1002]

How long have you been driving for I didn’t no you drove!??

[@PaigeY]

Passed my test over 2 years ago, but haven’t driven that often since starting uni - I just cycle all the time haha

[@n.oelaniii1002]

PaigeY That makes sense then, you should do a video on driving because I just got my previsional and love to learn some tips on how to pass my theory and practical

[@angiview5877]

122k ❤❤😂🎊🎊🥰🥰 most deserved!! Ilysm 💕 I know that you will get 1 Million one time!! 🥰 Much love from your biggest Fan !!!

[@lissetteolano]

Omg I'm starting at the company in mid October in the Montreal office! Loved your video

[@PaigeY]

Good luck in your new job!

[@michaelamilova1600]

Hey Paige, I did my pharmacology exam :) Thank you for motivation you spread among us! Love from Czech republic.

[@evancooper7336]

Qualified actuary here. Surprised you didn't bring up the 6 years of exams required to qualify haha. Are you planning on studying?

[@MisterAdilski]

You need 6 years of exams to become a qualified actuary?

[@karlyx1585]

you motivate me to be productive , love you and your content! keep it up : )

[@BryanJenks]

you said you were doing modeling in excel, do you use R-Programming at all?

[@amaragarasia]

Nice to see the insurance industry being promoted!! I also did an internship, but at a managing agent :D

[@LucyWonglondonbody2body]

Did Maths and Economics then went into Actuary. Could not stand it as excel all day. So went back to do Masters in Real Estate Finance and now moved to real estate private equity. Far more interesting. Still interesting analysis but more real world related where I see development projects in our funds invested and more interesting modelling work. Plus better learning curve dealing with investors, developers, finance guys etc. Plus doubled salary without those awful actuary exams that have no relevance to work in insurance.

[@shreyass9791]

You're awesome, Paige!

[@adelecaroline3614]

WHY ARE YOU SO CUTE AND CHARMING?!

[@riyajain5366]

Hi ! I am also pursuing actuarial science in india . I applied for this same postion at WTW recently! Given this was my first interview I shit it bad! It was nice to look at what all goes in a day !

[@hindel8337]

U are my fav vlogger

[@hoangyung2456]

Been waiting for this vid!!

[@killua9369]

Inspiring girl, your handwriting is amazing too 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@annikaa.3854]

This video is so good and super informational! xx

[@ZeeZeeDreaming]

So pleased you enjoyed your internship!

[@ran_haibara]

that intro tho!!! ❤️

[@thenurispunk]

wow im shocked to learn that ur a natural science major doing an actuarial internship!! in singapore that would never be possible. u can only do an actuarial internship taking a major in actuarial science, mathematics or something similar. very cool

[@IceyJunior]

All the best in your working life!

[@lighterlikeafeather]

Yey!! I've missed these kinds of videos haha it's really funny how I'm in internship too right now lol. I do miss school tho 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@lisanne2242]

Does this internship have something to do with what you‘re studying? I honestly didn‘t really get that, I‘m sorry 🙈😂

[@PaigeY]

My natural sciences degree has definitely given me skills that were applicable in the internship, but no they were not directly related! To pursue an actuarial career you typically need a degree in a numerate subject e.g. maths, statistics, physics, chemistry, economics etc. There’s plenty of info online about the work of actuaries if you’re interested to learn more ☺️

[@stellartutoring2544]

I'm a physicist, and I'm struggling to see how this can be as hard or harder than what I was trained for; I'm having an interview for an internship at WTW tomorrow...if I'm accepted, I hope the work is not too drainful for the mind

[@komo8097]

sorry if I didn't notice this before, but You're getting really good at touch typing!! :0 (did my websites work)

[@rishitabanik3949]

This is so amazing Paige

[@harryduncan1259]

A good tip make sure to get on well with your IT support department we are life savers

[@PaigeY]

Ahaha I can believe that

[@rebeccadavies4869]

Ayyyy my mum works there :) Good luck my mum doesn’t have a degree in what she does and either do most her collegues :)

[@huibiswajit]

Yay, congrats to your getting one step ahead .

[@gumpy4960]

I just watched a 10 minute video which was about stuff I didn’t understand at all and yet I enjoyed it, weird