Sales Support Analyst Review

by IBM

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.1/5
  • The Role
    4.5
  • The Company
    4.0
  • The Culture
    3.5

    The Role

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

    • It was a great working environment that allowed me the freedom and responsibility to seek out exciting work opportunities at a innovative company.

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

    • Initially I had to gain each member of my team's respect however once this was established I felt like a valuable member of the team and someone who could be relied on.

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

    • I was comfortable approaching my manager with any query and he would take me through the solution and was an invaluable learning source.

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

    • The opportunities presented to me meant that I had an exciting work schedule on top of the minimum requirements of the role.

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

    • I was given real responsibility with real consequences which helped me feel valued.

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

    • I have been exposed to the qualities required to pursue my desired career of being a salesman and gained a great exposure to the area of the business I want to return to as a graduate.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Due to IBM's commitment to their Placement scheme I was surrounded by a number of people my age which was great fun! The permanent employees I interacted with were very welcoming and more than happy to have a chat and enjoy themselves.

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

    • I was provided all the necessary information prior to beginning my year and then had more than sufficient support throughout.

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

    • It was available if you pursued it but the opportunities available to the permanent employees were not very easily accessible to interns.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Sports and Social Club

    Company Parties/Events

    Working from home
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Very appealing and I hope to secure one!

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Yeah it was fantastic!

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

    • Living in London provides difficulties for having an active social life but there are ways around it.

    1/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • London baby! Great city offering a range of nights depending on what your interests are.

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

    • The corporate games is an event I am very much looking forward to being a part of.

    4/5
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Placement (10 Months+)

London

June 2016

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