Research Chemist Review

by Diamond Dispersions Ltd.

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Rating

3.2/5
  • The Role
    4.2
  • The Company
    2.5
  • The Culture
    2.5

    The Role

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

    • Very enjoyable - no other students but a very close knit research and development team. All very sociable, warm and friendly, making sure I was comfortable and enjoying my time there.

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

    • I was given a lot of recognition and rewards for when something was successful which greatly spurred me on to do better and made me glad to come into work every day!

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

    • Brilliant support and guidance, they were always there when I needed help and advice with anything.

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

    • Quite busy - depended on day to day, availability of equipment and the nature of the research project. But mostly busy most days, though there was plenty of time made for tea breaks.

    3/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • Initially a lot of responsibility in terms of QC, but the company changed as time went on and I began to focus more on my individual research project.

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

    • Laboratory skills, and working in a close knit team has greatly improved my skills in the lab for my final year. I have also developed a great deal of knowledge in the specific area I was researching which has helped with my research project this year.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • 3/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

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

    • 3/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

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

    • 3/5

    The Culture

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

    • 3/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • 3/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • 3/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • 3/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Chemistry

Yorkshire and Humberside

November 2015