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Rating
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The Role
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The Company
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The Culture
- 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?
- 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?
- 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?
- 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?
- 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?
- 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?
- 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?
- 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?
- 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
- 10. What were the perks on your work placement?
- 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?
- 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?
- 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?
- 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?
- 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?
The Role
I really enjoyed my job, everyday was a challenge! Was given alot of responsibililes.
I felt as part of the team, every member of the team is friendly and supportive in every way.
Management has been really supportive. I was given help when needed. Felt comfortable approaching my manager and asking for help whenever needed.
Have been given many tasks and responsibilities, which keep me busy every day! always got something to do.
I have been given many responsibilities during my placement. Have been responsible for sending out reports.
Have managed to learn alot of Microsoft Access and Microsoft Excel skills, can use these whilst doing my assignment for final year.
The Company
Working atmosphere - everyone is always busy carrying out their own tasks and responsibilities - dealing with adhoc requests, sending out reports, running queries and so on!
Set up good!
was given little training. Attended a course.
Good opportunity for students from Business who are looking for placement - Jobs interesting and good pay - good opportunity to learn new skills and meet new people - staff are always helpful and willing to help at any time!
The Culture
Yes there was good social scene here. Each member of the team was friendly.
Not much!
Never really went out
Going out for dinner, birthdays, staff leaving, staff awards!
Details
Placement (10 Months+)
North East
August 2011