Placement Applications Engineer Review

by Autodesk

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.1/5
  • The Role
    4.2
  • The Company
    4.0
  • The Culture
    4.1

    The Role

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

    • The placement was very enjoyable, you're given projects from the outset with meaningful and challenging tasks.

    4/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • 4/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • Everyone is extremely friendly and happy to answer any questions you may have, whether they are directly responsible for you or not people are happy to help.

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

    • There are inevitably slow and busy days but for the majority of the time you are at a steady balance.

    4/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • A considerable amount of responsibility, I had to manage my own project and make sure things get done. But ultimately answering to my supervisor for any major decisions.

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

    • 5/5

    The Company

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

    • The atmosphere is very friendly and people are up for a laugh but also know when to be serious and get stuff done.

    4/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • 4/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • The first two weeks is all training and then if they feel you need training on a specific bit of software then they will arrange it for you.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • 4/5

    The Culture

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

    • The social scene outside of work is good, there are many other young people who work at the company and there is always something to do at the weekends.

    4/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • House rental prices aren't too bad and in terms of bars and pubs it varies a lot on price as with anywhere.

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

    • They're located in Birmingham so the nightlife is good, there are many options and places to go.

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

    • There are many company subsidized clubs, including a climbing club and a running club. Over the first couple of weeks there are many socials subsidized by work.

    5/5
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Placement (10 Months+)

West Midlands

November 2015

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