Merchandising and Buying Placement Review

by TJX Europe

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Rating

4.8/5
  • The Role
    5.0
  • The Company
    4.9
  • The Culture
    4.4

    The Role

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

    • I had the most amazing experience at TJX Europe - gaining a real-life insight in to both the Merchandising and Buying Function.

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

    • You get treated just like a Graduate, with real and proper responsibility to drive your own business.

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

    • All of my Line Managers and immediate team were absolutely amazing! Whenever I felt out of my own depth they were happy to assist me with any difficulties.

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

    • The job role for me changed half way through the year - however, regardless as to whether I was in Merchandising or Buying, I always felt like a valued team member with lots of responsibility. At TJX you are in charge of driving your own development - so depending on how much you want to push yourself and grow further, the tools are there.

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

    • I was pleasantly surprised when I found out how much responsibility we were given as Placement students. It was amazing to be able to make an impact upon the business and really see how one's own initiatives helped to drive the business further.

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

    • There are so many skills I got to strengthen during my time at TJX. And getting the chance to work with such a great variety of people from different backgrounds open up so many new things which you can really bring with you back to your studies or further on in your career.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • The TJX atmosphere is outstanding! Everyone is so friendly and outgoing!

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

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

    • Overall it was fantastic - I think the amazing thing with TJX is that you get to drive your own development and push yourself further. All of the tools and support is there for you, but you have got to be the initiator or pushing yourself and going that extra mile which is so rewarding.

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

    • Flexi Time

    National Travel

    International Travel

    Company Parties/Events

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop
    5/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I was offered a Job at the end of my Placement and will be returning!

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Placement Socials were organised a couple of times a year, where we got to mingle with the other in-takes, learn about each others experiences but also spend time with out Placement Mentor (in Merchandising: an experience Merchandiser and in Buying: an experience Buying Manager). We got to feedback re the programme itself and our individual experiences.

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

    • Overall really good!

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

    • Quite a few options in Watford, but also super close to London!

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

    • 4/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Fashion Design, Retail

London

November 2015

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